Here is a list of resources to help you preserve your church's history.
This introduction advises congregations on how to begin an archives
of their own.
This resource offers information and reference on ELCA church-wide
archived material.
"Records Retention Schedule for the Congregations of the Evangelical
Lutheran Church in America", published by the ELCA.
"Advice for Congregations of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America", published by the ELCA.
"Advice for Disbanding Congregations of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America", published by the ELCA.
"An Order for the Disposal of Deteriorating Bibles and Other Respected Publications", published by the ELCA.
General Preservation Techniques
Succinct overviews by the Library of Congress on how to preserve documents and photographs.
Preservation tips on electronic resources by the Library of Congress.
A comprehensive list of popularly preserved items, and details on how best to preserve them. Published by the National Archives.
