Ohio Preservation Council Program 2025 Opc Symposium

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-Nov 18, 2025, 1:58 PM

ohio preservation council program 2025 opc symposium

Preservation Everywhere: Bridging the Physical and Digital Columbus Metro Library, Main Branch (96 S. Grant Ave, Columbus, OH 43215) Co-sponsors - Ohio Preservation Council and LSTA Open Grant (State Library of Ohio) 10:15AM | Welcome and Introduction of Keynote Speaker 10:30AM | Keynote Presentation: Beatriz Haspo (APOYOnline-Association for Heritage Preservation of the Americas)

We’re excited to announce that registration is now open for the 2025 OPC Symposium, taking place on Friday, August 1st at the Columbus Metropolitan Library. Join us for a full day of engaging presentations, demonstrations, workshops, and professional networking. Registration includes a box lunch and complimentary parking. Event Details & Full Program: View the 2025 Symposium Program » Register Here: Register for the Symposium » Consider becoming an OPC member to receive discounted registration and other year-round benefits.

We offer several membership tiers to fit your needs: Join OPC » Symposium Date: August 1, 2025Location: Columbus Metropolitan Library Preservation Everywhere : Bridging the physical and digital For an engaging full-day symposium exploring the intersection of digital technology and physical preservation: discover how digitization transforms the way we access and understand collections, while also learning about the balance between digital and... We’ll delve into the practical aspects of preparing materials for digitization, the benefits and challenges of digital tools like RTI and spectral imaging, and how these innovations enhance our appreciation of artifacts. Whether you’re a collector, enthusiast, or a seasoned professional in the field, this event offers insights into the evolving world of conservation.

Registration is now available here: https://ohiopreservationcouncil.org/event-6119898 Program and agenda here: https://ohiopreservationcouncil.org/Program-2025-OPC-Symposium/ Registration is now open for the 2025 OPC Symposium on August 1st at Columbus Metro Library. Registration includes a box lunch and parking, and please note the discount rate for OPC members and students. And a huge thank you to the State Library for the award of an Open Grant that significantly helped to offset the registration costs. Registration can be found here: https://ohiopreservationcouncil.org/event-6119898

10:15AM | Welcome and Introduction of Keynote Speaker 10:30AM | Keynote Presentation: Beatriz Haspo (LoC, Apoyo) Preservation Everywhere : Bridging the physical and digital Join us for an engaging full-day symposium exploring the intersection of digital technology and physical preservation. Discover how digitization transforms the way we access and understand collections, while also learning about the balance between digital and analog approaches. We’ll delve into the practical aspects of preparing materials for digitization, the benefits and challenges of digital tools like RTI and spectral imaging, and how these innovations enhance our appreciation of artifacts.

Whether you’re a collector, enthusiast, or a seasoned professional in the field, this event offers insights into the evolving world of conservation. Registration is now available here: https://ohiopreservationcouncil.org/event-6119898 Program and agenda here: https://ohiopreservationcouncil.org/Program-2025-OPC-Symposium/ Block hotel rate at Holiday Day Inn Capitol Hill Downtown for $129/night plus taxes (includes parking). Room rate is for a Double Queen, with possibility of other room types upon request and depending on availability. Please use this link when booking, or you can alternately call 1-877-408-4899 and mention the OPC code for the discount.

The symposium, "Preservation Everywhere: Bridging the Physical & Digital", will address key digital and physical preservation complexities and how they intersect in the cultural heritage landscape. This full-day event will feature a keynote presentation by Beatriz Haspo, a culture heritage preservation expert who has worked for national and cultural organizations like Library of Congress and is the Executive Director of... 10:15AM | Welcome and Introduction of Keynote Speaker 10:30AM | Keynote Presentation: Beatriz Haspo (APOYOnline) Fostering Accessibility in Cultural Heritage on a Regional Level: the Human Factor

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