From Boxes to Browsers: A Digitization Roadmap for Small Institutions
Discover how any small organization can make digitization achievable — one step at a time.
Small institutions often face big challenges when it comes to collections management — donated boxes of artworks, incomplete records, and limited staff or resources.
In this recorded webinar, From Boxes to Browsers: A Digitization Roadmap for Small Institutions, Artwork Archive and Samantha Johnston, Executive Director and Curator of the Colorado Photographic Arts Center, share how CPAC transformed its photography collection from scattered materials into a fully searchable online database.
Samantha walks through each step of CPAC’s digitization journey — from the “scavenger hunt” to identify works and photographers, to building workflows, setting priorities, and organizing legacy materials with limited staff.
You’ll learn practical strategies for:
- Starting digitization projects with minimal resources
- Creating systems for cataloging and metadata management
- Turning physical archives into accessible, searchable collections
- Bringing your collection online to expand visibility and engagement
Whether you’re just beginning or refining your digitization process, this recording offers real-world guidance and inspiration for making digital access achievable at any scale.
