Now Live: Preservation Glossary

We’re excited to share CCAHA’s new Preservation Glossary, created to make preservation terms accessible to everyone. Whether you’re a student, volunteer, or seasoned collections professional, the glossary offers clear, plain-language definitions to support your work.
 

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Latest News | Preserving Architectural Legacy: The Trumbauer Blueprints & Contracts

At CCAHA, we know preservation is rarely a one-off event. It’s a process—often unfolding over years—fueled by passion, stewardship, and collaboration. One recent project exemplifies this kind of long-term commitment: the ongoing conservation of materials connected to Gilded Age architect Horace Trumbauer (1868–1938). 

25% Off Condition Reports for Book Projects

Schedule or ship your book by Thursday, July 31, to get 25% off a CCAHA condition report. Includes a treatment proposal and cost estimate. Contact Shirley Choi at (215) 545-0613 x303 or shirley@ccaha.org to get started.