Preservation

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Community members actively participating in a participatory archiving event, preserving photographs and documents for local history.

What is community archiving for local history preservation?

In 2016, the Queens Memory Project partnered with the Forest Hills Asian Association (FHAA) to host participatory archiving events, directly engaging the community in preserving its own history.

Elise Marrow·April 25, 2026

An elderly woman with intricate patterns on her hands, weaving a traditional basket, symbolizing the passing down of ancestral skills and cultural knowledge through generations.

What Is a Culture Bearer and Why Are They Vital for Preserving Traditions?

Culture bearers are living links to ancestral knowledge, embodying and transmitting traditions across generations. They are vital guardians of unique cultural identities in a rapidly changing world.

Elise Marrow·April 2, 2026