Preservation Publication Award
Preservation Publication Award recognizes authors and editors for outstanding publications on digital or analog archives preservation, encouraging advances in preservation theory and practice.
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The nomination deadline moved from February 28, 2026, to February 28, 2027, at 11:59 PM CST. The funder removed the closed/inactive notice and added Apply and Sign In links for new and existing nominations.
Funder: Society of American Archivists
Due Dates: February 28, 2027 (Nomination deadline, 11:59 p.m. CST)
Funding Amounts: $750 cash prize and a certificate
Summary: Recognizes authors and editors of outstanding publications advancing digital or analog archives preservation theory and practice.
Key Information: The work must have been published during the preceding calendar year and be relevant to the North American archives community.
Description
The Society of American Archivists’ Preservation Publication Award recognizes authors and editors of outstanding published work related to archives preservation. Sponsored by the Society of American Archivists Foundation, the award encourages achievement through recognition of publications that advance preservation theory and practice in archival institutions. Eligible works include articles, reports, chapters, and monographs in audiovisual, digital, or print formats, addressing either digital or analog preservation.
The program recognizes contributions ranging from new preservation theories and techniques to practical guidance, innovative research, and studies of the archives profession’s history. Publications demonstrating innovation, impact, and practicality are especially desired. The award was established by SAA’s Preservation Section in 1993 and first presented in 1994.
