Archives and Collections
Archives and Collections
Some of the ten thousand plus artifacts collected by UCHS since 1963 focus on area trades persons, politicians, and businesses. Most of these items were donated by generous supporters.
Artifacts, such as those in the DEW
hearth area, the Dale Library, and the wagon shed, help with historical interpretation. Old business ledgers and photographs, such as those in the
courthouse office, are used by researchers.
General Donations Policy
UCHS usually does not accept clothing, including military uniforms. We do not accept family Bibles either, but we are willing to copy any family histories contained within the books.
Items considered for inclusion should have been made in: - Present-day Union County - Snyder County before 1855, or - The original Northumberland County before 1813.
Items considered for inclusion should not: - Have mold - Have evidence of insect infestation - Be torn, or - Show signs of water damage.
UCHS Digital Photo Accession Policy
What Individual Digital Photos in a Collection Need UCHS accepts collections of digital photographs that fit within our mission. We ask that items submitted for consideration have: - The date of the photograph - The name of the photographer - The location - Identities of those in the photograph, and - A description of the photograph’s subject Please note if software has modified and manipulated an item.
What Whole Collections of Photos Need Additional information should include: - How the photos were collected - The donor’s contact information - Data on the camera settings used for specific photos
Accession - When transferring digital photos and photo collections to UCHS, donors must complete any and all agreements regarding rights of use, etc. - The Archives Committee may waive any or all of the above requirements when the information is unavailable and the historic value of the photos warrant inclusion.