Disaster Resources

• Disaster resources for libraries, archives, museums, and historic sites and districts are available at  Heritage Preservation.
   
• An assessment form, supply lists, and other tools from the Field Guide to Emergency Response can be downloaded at www.heritagepreservation.org/pubs/fgforms.htm.
   
• The American Institute for Conservation of Historic & Artistic Works maintains a force of 64 “rapid responders” trained to assess damage and initiate salvage of cultural collections after a disaster has occurred. Cultural institutions needing assistance should contact the AIC office at 202-452-9545 for a referral.
   
• Many regional conservation centers offer free telephone advice and other services. Contact the Regional Alliance for Preservation at 1-800-843-8492.
   
• “Save Your Treasures the Right Way“ provides simple guidelines for the public to help them salvage family photographs and other heirlooms.
   
• Museums that need assistance may contact Brian Bray Association of Midwest Museums at 314-746-4557  or Christine Henry at IMLS at 202-653-4674.
   
• Find other resources for the public at www.heritagepreservation.org/programs/TFHurricanePub.htm.