Resource Kit

Resource Submission

Have a resource you would like to submit for our Resource Kit? Submit using the form below: 

ARCS Website Resource Submission Form (opens in a new window)

*Please note: All resources submitted will be reviewed by the Educational Resources Sub-Committee prior to posting. 

Instructions

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2. To filter our resources by Subject select one of the primary subject areas above.  
3. If you would prefer to filter our resources by Type, or narrow down your selected Subject area by Type, select the type of resource you would like to view. 
4. Resources can also be filtered by Resource Tags which are located on the right hand side of the screen. 

Please note: While selecting the desired facet(s), the list of options narrows down in real time based on the matches that contain all selected choices.

TECHNOLOGY FOR REMOTE COURIER PRACTICE (opens in a new window)

February 22, 2025

The Courier Sub-Committee assembled this resource of platforms and equipment that are available to aid in the process of remote courier practice. Products listed are examples that have been used with success by ARCS members but other similar items ma…

Well, that could have gone better

February 22, 2025

In a field where we pride ourselves on being as close to perfect as possible it can be a relief to know that we are not alone in making mistakes. Join our expert panelists Theresa Ketterer - Registrar and Collections Specialist at the Marianna Kistle…

ARCS Courier Decision Tool (opens in a new window)

January 2, 2024

ARCS has developed a Courier Decision Tool that promotes a series of guidelines for decision making when considering how to use a courier for the safe travel of objects during the time of COVID-19 and beyond. The Courier Decision Tool is a means to s…

Couriering Intensive: Essential Packing, Crating, and Courier Skills (opens in a new window)

April 19, 2021

A discussion on couriering artwork. The panel gave a demonstration focusing on materials, what to consider when packing artwork, and things to keep in mind as objects are being prepared to move.

ARCSchat January 19, 2021 - The Post-COVID19 Courier Part 2: The Full Chicago

January 19, 2021

Couriers are the moment's big unanswered question sitting on the tips of the tongue of museums all across the world. We dared to tackle it in December, but ended up with an onslaught of questions and ran out of time. As a result, we return to you on …

ARCSchat December 1, 2020 - The Post-COVID19 Courier

December 1, 2020

For the field of collections care, 2020 has been a year of challenges and change. Filled with worldwide lockdowns and government-mandated travel bans, institutions have been forced to dramatically revise how they manage the care of their traveling co…

ARCSchat February 4, 2019

February 4, 2019

The courier conundrum: Send or don't send? Hosts John Robinette (@CargaLatina), Robin Bauer Kilgo (@rbkilgo) and Amanda Robinson (@ARobKabob) speak with Jacqueline Cabrera (@jcabrera2010) and tackle the ethics and responsibility behind the decision t…

ARCSchat February 4, 2019

February 4, 2019

The courier conundrum: Send or don't send? Hosts John Robinette (@CargaLatina), Robin Bauer Kilgo (@rbkilgo) and Amanda Robinson (@ARobKabob) speak with Jacqueline Cabrera (@jcabrera2010) and tackle the ethics and responsibility behind the decision t…