Light impressions archival workshop at the Old Courthouse on Saturday

The Light Impressions Archival Workshop is coming to the Old Orange County Courthouse on Saturday, October 3, 2009, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Join us for the 5th annual workshop to learn about the newest and best archival practices! This workshop is intended for both volunteers and professionals who work with historical collections. It’s also a great time to learn about taking care of family heirlooms.  Registration materials will be available in early September.  Please call (714) 973-6610 for more information.

The Light Impressions Archival Workshop is an opportunity for professionals, volunteers, students and private collectors to learn more about the care of historical materials. Taught by leading professional in their fields, classes range from a basic beginner’s overview to in-depth demonstrations on how to correctly care for textiles and photos.

Choose from four all-day sessions:

1. Oral History Workshop, from project inception to practical application   2. Extending the Life of Your Photographic Collectin;   3. Fabric Care and Storage;  4. The ABC’s of Collection Care

October 3

Old Orange County Courthouse

211 W Santa Ana Blvd

Santa Ana, CA 92701

www.OCParks.com/oldcourthouse

(714) 973-6610

$10 for preregistration and $15 at the door, which includes lunch.

Art Pedroza Editor

Our Editor, Art Pedroza, worked at the O.C. Register and the OC Weekly and studied journalism at CSUF and UCI. He has lived in Santa Ana for over 30 years and has served on several city and county commissions. When he is not writing or editing Pedroza specializes in risk control and occupational safety. He also teaches part time at Cerritos College and CSUF. Pedroza has an MBA from Keller University.

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