Caring for Your Photographs

Tue Aug 19 2025 at 10:00 am to 02:00 pm UTC-05:00

Sabathani Senior Apartments | Minneapolis

Sabathani Community Center and the American Red Cross
Publisher/HostSabathani Community Center and the American Red Cross
Caring for Your Photographs
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A Free Photo Preservation Workshop for Seniors 55+
About this Event

A Free Photo Preservation Workshop for Seniors 55+
  • Tuesday, August 19
  • 10am – 2pm
  • Sabathani Senior Apartments Community Room
  • 3701 3rd Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55409

Preserve Your Photos, Share Your Story

Caring for your photographs is a meaningful way to honor your personal history and the history of your community. This hands-on workshop will guide you through simple, effective ways to care for your photo collection and create an archival-quality album you’ll be proud to share.

What You’ll Do:

✅ Learn basic photo preservation techniques

✅ Explore the history of photography and how to choose safe storage materials

✅ Create your own album using acid-free materials (all supplies provided—just bring your photos!)

✅ Connect and share memories with fellow participants

Workshop Leaders:

  • Nicole Grabow, Director of Preventive Conservation, Midwest Art Conservation Center (MACC)
  • Tempe Stewart, Mellon Fellow in Collaborative Conservation, MACC

MACC is a nonprofit dedicated to preserving art and cultural heritage through expert treatment, education, and training.

No experience necessary. Just bring photos and a love of history!This hands-on workshop involves both vision and motor coordination.


Free admission – space is limited!

Questions?

Contact Joyce Mayes: [email protected] | 612-821-2313

This project is made possible in part by the State of Minnesota through the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund, administered by the Minnesota Historical Society.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Sabathani Senior Apartments, 3701 3rd Avenue South, Minneapolis, United States

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