Date: August 11, 2021
Time: 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
This is the third in a series of virtual programs about Rare Books. Join Michael Lear, the State Library’s Rare Collections Librarian, as he delves into topics on book preservation and history. Each session will...
What Makes a Book Rare?
By Michael Lear,
Rare Collections Librarian
State Library of Pennsylvania
Libraries with rare or special collections may be asked: what makes a book “rare” or valuable? Probably the most often thought of factor by is that a book is old. This is sometimes...
by Michael Lear, Rare Collections Librarian,
State Library of Pennsylvania
mlear@pa.gov
Preservation of Paper-Based Materials Overview
Paper-based materials are subject to damage by multiple external and internal factors. Careless handling can result in tears. Staining...
Recruiting for Rare Collections Librarian,
State Library of Pennsylvania
As the Office of Commonwealth Libraries (OCL) continues to rebuild its staff following some key staff retirements, I’m pleased to share a special and unique invitation to join the State Library of...
