Northeast Document Conservation Center

It is the first non-profit conservation center in the United States to specialize in the preservation of paper-based library and archival materials.

From 1973 to 1980, the Center functioned as an arm of the New England Library Board.

In 1980, it incorporated as a private, non-profit organization, providing services nationally.

Through its Preservation Services office, NEDCC also provides preservation needs assessments, training programs including workshops and webinars, consultations, resources, and disaster assistance.

[2] NEDCC assists repositories, performing arts institutions, religious organizations, hospitals, social service agencies, labor unions, zoos, and botanical gardens as well as private and family collectors.

An audio preservation specialist, scans Thomas Edison National Historical Park's "Twinkle, twinkle little star" brown wax cylinder at Northeast Document Conservation Center, August 27, 2014.