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Explore the collection of the Bytown Museum with the click of a mouse! We are adding new content every month, so check back often.
See moreDefinition and Significance Metadata is a literal term meaning data about data. Visit Canadian Heritage’s website to view their CCO Best Practice Guide for Digitization Projects and the Preservation of Digital Content. Anne J. Gilliland, author of the article Setting the Stage published in Introduction to Metadata describes it is as a “frequently underspecified term […]
See moreArchival materials are unique as they are primary sources and that makes it tricky to know how to cite properly. The City of Ottawa Archives recommends viewing the Library and Archives Canada’s article on How to Cite Archival Sources. It provides excellent examples of citing various materials such as textual documents, audiovisual documents, photographic documents, architectural […]
See moreExhibition planning is an engaging process. Exhibitions are experiences; they provide communication of ideas, information, feelings and values. Although there is no set method for planning an exhibit, there are general guidelines that professionals follow. Whether you are planning a small or large scale exhibit for a community organization, museum, archive or library, designing […]
See moreTaking care of your archival collection by applying standards and recommendations that professionals use can be very rewarding. It just requires some knowledge, a few archival storage materials, and time. With these simple suggestions, thoughtful history lovers can ensure their documents will stand the test of time. This article will illustrate the various resources that […]
See moreCreating an index system for a photo collection is a perfect way to keep your precious family photographs neatly organized and also searchable by subject. These steps are designed for making either a hard copy or a digital version of an index system (we suggest using MS Excel or Access). Feel free to choose the […]
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Do you have family documents or photos that you would like to preserve for future generations? This article will provide you with the basic know-how to set up your own archives at home! We’ll teach you how to organize and arrange your historical resources such as photos, drawings and family papers in an archival-friendly way […]
See moreWelcome to the City of Ottawa Archives Whether you are searching for family history, determining the history behind your heritage home or are just curious about Ottawa’s past, this is your guide to accessing and researching at the archives. Our passionate staff will help you succeed with your research goals. Begin your researching journey with […]
See moreExplore our series of “How to” projects by the City of Ottawa Archives. These guides will help educate and encourage you to explore your own history! Everything is explained step-by-step and is based on what the experts do!
See moreThe Ottawa Street Names Project aimed to document the histories of Ottawa’s major streets and thoroughfares.
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