Core Book and Paper Interest Group

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  • The International Society of Medievalist Librarians seeks speakers with an academic background in Medieval Studies to join a *hybrid* roundtable taking place at the International ...

  • We routinely send periodical binding units to our offsite location unbound but string-tied in units. When they circulate, we will usually send them to the commercial bindery. I'm ...

  • Hi Everyone, The Book & Paper IG will be meeting at ALA Annual on Sunday, June 29, and we would love to see you there! Here are the details: Date: Sunday, June 29, 2025 ...

  • The History of Bookbinding from 200 to 1900: A Structure-Based Perspective A unique five-day workshop will be held at the University of Michigan Library in July, with ...

  • Please excuse cross postings. I'm very pleased to announce a 2-year Reparative Collections Conservator position opening at the University of Virginia Libraries. Please note ...

  • The International Society for Medievalist Librarians is soliciting speakers for their hybrid panel "The Care and Keeping of Medieval Documents," to be held at next year's International ...

  • Yes, we have you logged now as co-chairs. Many thanks for your response! Erik

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Purpose: Discusses matters related to the preservation and continuing role of books, paper-based materials, and other tangible artifacts in collections. Discussion includes, but is not limited to, library binding, physical quality and treatment.

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This interest group is part of Core's Preservation Section.