[Genealib] library funding

[Local History]

I have recently done a large weeding of our genealogy and local history materials (dups as well as things that no longer fall in our collecting scope).  This did include uncaptioned duplicates or gifts in the basement storage.  I sent many items to local libraries and through this list but the majority went to a local auctioneer.  While some patrons complain about items being sold at auction, we are very clear that the funds from sold items are restricted to our book fund to purchase new materials or our preservation fund to take care of remaining items or purchase archival supplies. Funds from sold items are never used for general operational expenses.   
Good luck!! 
Julie H. Bartlett
Archivist
Calvin Coolidge Presidential Library & Museum 
Hampshire Room for Local History
Forbes Library 
20 West St. 
Northampton, MA  01060
(413) 587-1014
jbartlett at forbeslibrary.org
  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: Sandy Day 
  To: Librarians Serving Genealogists 
  Sent: Wednesday, September 13, 2006 7:43 PM
  Subject: [Genealib] library funding


  Hi
  I work in a public library in SE Ohio. All libraries in Ohio have experienced major budget cuts the past several years. I am trying to be "creative" in seeking funding for some projects I am working on the local history dept. I have contacted some local agencies in hopes of receiving some grants or funds but this is slow coming if at all. I keep hearing that state and federal funding is not so great as it was in the past. 
  Any Ohio librarians out there that can give me ideas for fund raising? 
  I have thought about trying to sell some of our original books that we have in storage that are duplicates and in some cases rare books. Has anyone attempted this venture and how did it work out?

  I am open to any suggestions.

  Sandy Day
  Genealogy Librarian
  Schiappa Library
  Steubenville, OH


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