In order to preserve an accurate record of the history and development of Massachusetts, you need to get involved. There are many things you can do, as an individual or within a collaborative group, to increase awareness of the value of historical records the preservation of and access to these records.
Many collaborative projects are in process throughout Massachusetts.
Contact your professional organization or one of the forum co-sponsors for more information about ongoing projects in your area. In addition, a number of statewide projects are being implemented as part of the Strategic Planning Project of the Massachusetts Historical Records Advisory Board. Project staff and members of the historical records community have carried out a number of demonstration projects that have resulted in tools and information resources to help those that use, care for, and create historical records. Anyone can be involved in these ongoing demonstration projects. You are welcome to join the listserv.