Everyone collects a lifetime of papers, photographs, and mementos that tell the stories of their lives. In a time when most of us are spending more time at home, we may have the opportunity to preserve our legacy, as well as to be more reflective of our lives and their meanings. Now may be the time to tackle the family and personal memories to provide ourselves and our loved ones comfort and connection.
Margot Note is an author, archivist, and consultant helping individuals and organizations harness their history. Her book Creating Family Archives: A Step-by-Step Guide to Saving Your Memories for Future Generations simplifies the principles and practices of professional archivists and curators so that anyone with a passion for their personal and familial history can apply these techniques to their family treasures. To learn more, please visit www.margotnote.com.
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