The following is a text-only press release from the federal Institute of
Museum and Library Services (IMLS). An HTML version of this release with
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http://www.imls.gov/news/2010/030210.shtm

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 2, 2010

IMLS Press Contacts 
202-653-4632

Jeannine Mjoseth, [log in to unmask]
Mamie Bittner, [log in to unmask]

IMLS and SGS Issue Report on the Preservation of World Cultural Heritage

Washington, DC-The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) and
the Salzburg Global Seminar announce release of the report, "Connecting
to the World's Collections: Making the Case for Conservation and
Preservation of Our Cultural Heritage" based on a seminar held in
Salzburg, Austria, October 28-November 1, 2009. The seminar, part of the
IMLS's multi-year initiative on collections care, Connecting to
Collections: A Call to Action, explored global themes related to
conservation and preservation, including international needs, issues,
perspectives, and accomplishments. 

The report includes practical recommendations to ensure optimal
collections conservation worldwide and the Salzburg Declaration on the
Conservation and Preservation of Cultural, which was passed by 60
participants hailing from 32 countries. The session combined
presentations by leading experts in conservation and preservation
throughout the world with small working groups tasked to make
recommendations for future action in key areas, including emergency
preparedness, education and training, public awareness, new preservation
approaches, and assessment and planning. To access these resources,
click here: http://www.salzburgglobal.org/2009/News.cfm?IDMedia=52858.

"Connecting to the World's Collections: Making the Case for Conservation
and Preservation of Our Cultural Heritage" is available in PDF format at
www.imls.gov/pdf/SGS_Report.pdf. A limited number of printed copies can
be requested by e-mailing [log in to unmask] 

About the Institute of Museum and Library Services 
The Institute of Museum and Library Services is the primary source of
federal support for the nation's 123,000 libraries and 17,500 museums.
The Institute's mission is to create strong libraries and museums that
connect people to information and ideas. The Institute works at the
national level and in coordination with state and local organizations to
sustain heritage, culture, and knowledge; enhance learning and
innovation; and support professional development. To learn more about
the Institute, please visit www.imls.gov.

About the Salzburg Global Seminar
The Salzburg Global Seminar is an independent, non-governmental
organization with its headquarters at the magnificent Schloss
Leopoldskron in Salzburg, Austria. For 62 years, the Seminar has brought
together leaders, scholars, practitioners, and students from the fields
of politics, economics, law, media, culture and the arts to address
issues of global concern. Its faculty, fellows, and staff come from
diverse regions, backgrounds, and professional expertise. To learn more
about the Seminar, please visit www.salzburgglobal.org