Preservation in ten objects

Much of the basis of knowledge, culture and history lies in written documents. Their materiality puts these objects at risk: water, dirt, mould, pests and chemical deterioration processes consume their physical substances. Archives, libraries and their affiliated institutions hold responsibility for safeguarding written cultural heritage and preserving it for the long term. This responsibility can only be met collectively, across the boundaries of Germany’s 16 Länder and those between professional disciplines alike.

To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the KEK, we are showcasing ten objects in a digital exhibition that exemplifies the many facets of preservation work at archives, libraries and museums: https://ausstellungen.deutsche-digitale-bibliothek.de/preservation-in-perspective/