The Building Site and Its Role in Creation of Archival Facilities -- Elements of the Building Structure -- The Building Program -- The Building Process: Working with Architects and Contractors -- Creating the Optimum Environment -- Protecting Collections: Creating a Secure and Fire-Resistant Environment -- Building Renovation for Archival Use -- Purchasing Equipment to Complete the New Facility -- Moving Collections, Furnishings, and Offices -- Managing Facilities on a Daily Basis.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 117-123) and index.
Contents
Surveying exteriors and grounds -- Surveying interior public areas -- Surveying staff-only areas -- Security for general collections -- Security for special collections and archives -- Security for art, objects, and exhibits -- Security for local and remote storage facilities -- Security for computer equipment, electronic data, and websites -- Property and casualty insurance -- Patron and staff safety -- Security and safety departments.
Special issue of "The International Review of African American Art."
Purpose of this issue: "to stimulate thought and discussion of what will be needed to revitalize the museum experience for the 21st century. Some articles focus on the history of collecting in the African American community."
Library requirements and the planning process -- The alternatives to a new library building -- Planning preliminaries -- The planning team, with architect and consultants -- General programming -- Programming: housing the collections -- Programming: accommodations for readers and collections -- Programming: space for staff and general purposes -- Budgeting and expense control -- Building additions and renovations -- Master planning and siting -- Schematic considerations -- Design development -- Construction documents -- Bidding, business concerns, and construction -- Activation.