n.a record or collection of records retained for its continuing valueJohnson and Duff 2005, 114Historical researchers may deliberately establish relationships with archivists to tap into their in-depth knowledge about archival resources.funds, buildings, staff, tools, and holdings of an archivesConway 1987, 174After placing the study in the context of past surveys of archivists and institutions, and describing its design, the article characterizes the findings on five basic resources common to all archives—money, staff, holdings, facilities, and users.
