29th Annual Long Island Archives Conference: Connecting to Communities
Sally Stieglitz
The Committee for the Preservation of Local History is excited to present the programs for this year's Long Island Archives Conference to be held on Monday, October 21st at SUNY Old Westbury.
Our keynote speaker will be recently retired New York State Archivist Tom Ruller. Also presenting will be panelists and speakers discussing the way they seek to connect their particular communities to local history and how, as a community of archivists, we can use the resources we have to make a difference.
"Community" is more than just a word; it's a vibrant mosaic of shared experiences, values, and aspirations. Archival materials enrich our understanding of the present by providing information and context. By collecting anecdotes and photographs, we include everyone to join us on a journey of discovery and remembrance.
Documenting our communities has never been more accessible, but it takes ingenuity and passion. We continue to search for techniques to effectively document and share our stories in the digital realm. Through innovative approaches, we harness the power of the archive to connect generations and preserve cultural heritage. Join us at the conference as we celebrate the transformative power of archival materials to unite, inspire, and empower.
Living History Day: Town of Islip’s Annual Event Sharing the History of a Community That Wasn’t Meant to Be: Panelists include participants in Living History Day and organizers including Town of Islip including Town Historian George Munkenbeck.
Long Island History Day Regional Coordinator Allison Sobel will speak to the importance of teaching students the importance of scholarly research and primary sources.
The Accessing Archives Program - Year In Review. Robert Anen, LILRC's Project Archivist, will review the extraordinary archives he has encountered during this year with the Accessing Archives Program.
Academic Archives - Documenting the Campus Community and Using Archives to Connect With Alumni: Representatives from St. John's University, Farmingdale State College, SUNY Old Westbury and Molloy University will speak about their methods to reach students and alumni.
Regina Feeney, Village of Freeport Historian, librarian and archivist, will be our Master of Ceremonies. We hope to see you there!
Register at: https://lilrc.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1860429&group=
Sally Stieglitz (she/her)
Communications & Outreach Coordinator | Long Island Library Resources Council
sstie...@lilrc.org | 631-675-1570 x2005
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