Resources

Founded in 1989, the Academy of Certified Archivists (ACA) is a nonprofit that sets professional standards and certifies archivists to verify their skills and promote archival education and ethics.

This community started in 2010 as Connecting to Collections Online Community, part of the IMLS national initiative, Connecting to Collections (C2C). For more, see Connecting to Collections Program, History, and Legacy. It was initially moderated by Heritage Preservation with the American Association for State and Local History and funded by IMLS.

Founded in 1973, the Northeast Document Conservation Center (NEDCC) was the first U.S. lab dedicated to preserving paper-based collections. Today, it offers conservation, digitization, audio preservation, training, and disaster support, serving as a global resource for collection care.

The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) preserves and provides access to U.S. government records and American heritage, offering research and public access online and at its facilities.

The Oklahoma Historical Records Advisory Board (OHRAB) promotes preservation and use of historical records, connects with the NHPRC for grants, and supports Oklahoma libraries, museums, and historical societies with funding and training.

Since 2020, the Oklahoma Heritage Preservation Grant Program has awarded $1,000–$25,000 to eligible tribal, municipal, and nonprofit historical organizations across the state to support local history projects. Grants fund collections, exhibits, education, and capacity building. Applications open each fall, with awards announced in January.

Oklahoma Humanities (OH), the state’s nonprofit NEH affiliate, offers grants, programs, and partnerships to promote history, literature, and culture, fostering understanding and community across Oklahoma.

Since 1906, the American Alliance of Museums (AAM) has led in setting museum standards, advocating for the field, and supporting over 35,000 museum professionals, institutions, and partners.

The American Library Association (ALA), founded in 1876, is the world’s oldest and largest library association. Its mission is to lead in advancing library services, promoting learning, and ensuring access to information for all.

The Association of College & Research Libraries (ACRL), a division of the ALA, supports over 10,000 members in academic and research libraries. Founded in 1940, ACRL develops resources to help library professionals learn, innovate, and lead in higher education.

Originally an acronym for the Association of Records Managers and Administrators, ARMA evolved as the field expanded into information governance. To reflect this shift, the organization now uses “ARMA International” as its name, dropping the acronym.

The Council of State Archivists (CoSA) is a nonprofit representing state and territorial government archives. Through research, education, and advocacy, CoSA supports archives in preserving and providing access to public records, while fostering collaboration and information sharing among members.

The National Association of Government Archives and Records Administrators (NAGARA) is a nonprofit based in Washington, D.C., focused on improving government records management and supporting the professional development of archivists and records administrators at all levels of government. Members include local, state, and federal agencies, as well as public institutions.

The Oklahoma Library Association (OLA) supports quality libraries and librarianship across the state. Its diverse members include staff from all types of libraries, trustees, Friends, students, volunteers, and library vendors.

The Oklahoma Museums Association (OMA) supports staff and volunteers at the state’s 500 museums and cultural sites through training, resources, networking, and advocacy.

Since 1966, the Oral History Association (OHA) has supported oral history professionals worldwide, promoting best practices and advocacy among educators, policymakers, and community historians.

Founded in 1936, the Society of American Archivists (SAA) is North America’s oldest and largest archivist association, serving over 6,200 individual and institutional members.

The Society of Southwest Archivists (SSA) supports archivists and preserves heritage in the Southwest region (Arizona, Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas) through training, scholarships, advocacy, and outreach, including disaster assistance and public promotion of archives.