The Washington State Library Commission has established the Digital Imaging Initiative to provide support for libraries wishing to convert collections to digital formats. The goal of the project is to improve access to information of historical significance.
Examples are collections of photographs, newspapers, manuscripts, letters and diaries.
A survey of interest was also sent to heritage organizations in Washington in October, 1999. The survey sought to determine the level of interest among heritage organizations in partnering with libraries to conduct digital projects. Results of the survey are attached below. Specific responses to each of fifteen questions are noted. Survey responses indicate a significant level of interest among heritage organizations in Washington in conducting digital imaging projects.