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Digitization and Preservation Volunteers - Buffalo, NY
ORGANIZATION: NEW YORK GENEALOGICAL AND BIOGRAPHICAL SOCIETY
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A key part of our Digitize New York initiative is the preservation of at-risk records. This work is largely carried out in our New York City, Central New York, and Western New York Digitization Centers. In-person volunteers at both centers learn to expertly assess, scan, and organize historic records.
Volunteers in the Buffalo area are invited to help us in our mission to preserve historic records from across New York State. The Western New York Digitization Center is located within the Grosvener Room of the Buffalo and Erie County Public Library in Downtown Syracuse. Digitization volunteers are trained to:
- Scan documents
- Handle fragile records
- Transport materials to and from partners and off-site storage
- Follow best practices for file management and inventory
Our Central New York Digitization Center has a state-of-the-art CopiBook OS A2 Scanner that we typically operate Tuesday through Thursday in three hour shifts, starting at 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. Volunteers are asked to commit to a shift once a week for at least three months.
Interested in working in our Western New York Digitization Center?
Email volunteer@nygbs.org. Training will be provided remotely.
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About NEW YORK GENEALOGICAL AND BIOGRAPHICAL SOCIETY
Location:
36 West 44th Street, 7th Floor, New York, NY 10036, US
Mission Statement
The New York Genealogical and Biographical Society (NYG&B) preserves, documents, and shares the stories of families across the state of New York. We engage with genealogists, biographers, historians, and organizations to establish the broader contexts of New York’s past. The NYG&B actively fosters connections between New York’s past and the present.
Description
As a membership organization, the NYG&B welcomes anyone with an interest in researching their personal family history or the family histories of others. Our membership includes thousands of genealogists, historians, and others from across the country. Learn more about membership in the NYG&B and how we can help you. A not-for-profit organization with tax exempt status, gifts to the NYG&B are tax deductible.
Our headquarters are located in New York City with a professional staff and a dedicated group of volunteers. We are governed by a distinguished Board of Trustees who serve voluntarily and contribute generously to our mission. Membership dues, annual gifts from members and trustees, and bequests allow us fulfill our mission. Explore waysyour support can help the NYG&B and preserve the stories of New York.
As the second oldest genealogical organization in the United States, the NYG&B has an extensive history - beginning with its founding in 1869.
CAUSE AREAS
Arts & Culture,
Computers & Technology,
Education & Literacy
WHEN
Thu May 22, 2025 - Wed Aug 20, 2025
09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
WHERE
1 Lafayette SquareBuffalo, NY 14203
(42.88527 ,-78.87209 )
DATE POSTED
May 22, 2025
SKILLS
- Library Sciences
- History
- Basic Computer Skills
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 17
- Orientation or Training
- One 3 hour shift per week for at least 12 weeks.
- All volunteers must have a video chat call with a member of the NYG&B staff as well as a training session at the Digitization Center. Please email volunteer@nygbs.org for more information.