General Question

rojo's avatar

How can/do you preserve old newspapers?

Asked by rojo (24179points) July 28th, 2013

I have come into possession of several newspapers from the 1860’s. They are in decent shape, not too brittle, but have been folded for probably over 100 years. How can I preserve and keep and possibly display them? Any ideas or sources?

Observing members: 0 Composing members: 0

7 Answers

Response moderated (Unhelpful)
Response moderated
Response moderated
Seek's avatar

The library of Congress has some information online regarding the proper care of your newspaper collection :

http://www.loc.gov/preservation/care/newspap.html

As far as display, that’s probably not a good idea. Light exposure isn’t recommended.

cookieman's avatar

If you’re going to display them, be sure they are framed with all acid-free materials and covered in UV protectant glass. A good, reputable archival frame shop is what you need.

Even so, display them away from direct sunlight.

JLeslie's avatar

I agree go to a frame shop and tell them what you want to do. They should know what to do. If the person helping you immediately starts talking fram lingo and preservation I think you are good. If he umms a lot and kind of throws out not very confident suggestions of what you could do, go to the next place. I would guess acid free, UV protection, and air tight is the way to go.

If you have a local museum you could ask them about a local framer who they use. Or, someone at the art or photography department at a local university.

snowberry's avatar

And see that fumigation is part of the preservation process.

Answer this question

Login

or

Join

to answer.

This question is in the General Section. Responses must be helpful and on-topic.

Your answer will be saved while you login or join.

Have a question? Ask Fluther!

What do you know more about?
or
Knowledge Networking @ Fluther