Family archive journal

Preserving stories for the next generation.

Practical notes on caring for photographs, albums and personal documents without losing the details that make them meaningful.

Archive essentials

Simple principles for organising and protecting a personal collection.

Sort prints by period, record names carefully and avoid permanent markings on original photographs.

Store letters and certificates flat, away from sunlight, moisture and materials that may transfer colour.

Keep high-quality master scans, descriptive file names and at least two independent backup copies.

Preservation works best when every step is documented.

Review Identify fragile and important items.

Organise Group materials by year, event or family branch.

Digitise Create clear master copies without altering originals.

Preserve Use safe storage and maintain separate backups.