Rosenberg Library 2310 Sealy Ave. Archives are repositories that collect, arrange, preserve and make available records of historical value. Archives collect two-dimensional records, including manuscripts, photographs, maps and architectural drawings.
Museums collect three-dimensional artifacts and artwork.
Rules in Archives exist to protect the fragile documents. Gloves protect the collection from the oil and dirt on your hands. Purses, notebooks and notepads are locked away to prevent theft. A professional archivist is a person, typically trained and educated in archival studies, who selects, manages, describes, and preserves records of historical value. Professional archivists require a Master's degree in either Library Science or History from an accredited university.