{"id":5461,"date":"2015-10-22T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2015-10-22T15:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/65.175.118.96\/?p=5461"},"modified":"2026-02-09T11:22:02","modified_gmt":"2026-02-09T16:22:02","slug":"storing-old-newspapers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/storing-old-newspapers\/","title":{"rendered":"Archival Storage for Important Newspapers &#038; News Article Clippings"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>See our updated blog post <a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/blog\/how-to-store-newspapers-and-clippings\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to Store Newspapers and Clippings<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/news-storage-kits#nomobile\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"383\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Newspaper-in-Bag-copy-600x383.jpg\" alt=\"storing old newspapers, polyethylene bags\" class=\"wp-image-7624 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Newspaper-in-Bag-copy-600x383.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Newspaper-in-Bag-copy.jpg 760w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/383;\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; color: #000000;\">While newspaper circulation has dropped off significantly in recent years, many people still save newspapers and news clippings that chronicle important events in their lives or highlight significant historical events. In addition to photographs, family ephemera often includes old newspapers and clippings of announcements such as engagements, marriages, births, and deaths.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">This blog post discusses different options for storing your newspapers and clippings in archivally safe supplies and conditions.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 18pt;\">Why Do Newspapers Break Down?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">As far as collectibles go, newspapers are one of the most unstable you will find. A disposable commodity, they are produced cheaply and quickly and were not intended to last for centuries. Newsprint is made from coarse wood pulp that contains lignins and acids which cause the paper to break down over time. Newsprint yellows and becomes brittle, and the ink may fade. By following proper archival storage procedures, you can minimize potential damage and prolong the life of these fragile artifacts.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 18pt;\">Display a Copy, Not the Original Newsprint<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">If you would like to display an important or sentimental newspaper or clipping in a picture frame, don\u2019t use the original. Even behind glass, this irreplaceable artifact isn\u2019t safe. Ultraviolet (UV) light, a component of sunlight and some artificial light sources, is extremely damaging to almost all artifacts. Newsprint is especially sensitive to the damaging effects of UV light.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Either scan and print your clipping or newspaper page, or make a color photocopy of it to preserve the tonalities of the original. Frame your reproduction using high quality archival matboard, framing supplies, and UV-filtering glass or acrylic (such as Plexiglas). Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/category\/frames\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">framing supplies<\/a> or work with a reputable frame shop in your area.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">If we can\u2019t dissuade you from framing your original, it should only be exposed to incandescent light (no fluorescent light and no direct sunlight), and matted with high-quality, acid-free materials and UV-filtering glass or acrylic.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 18pt;\">Getting Started: First Steps for Archival Storage <\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; color: #000000;\">When working on an archival storage project, always wash and dry hands thoroughly before handling your artifacts, and have a clean work surface away from food, beverages, and curious pets. Gloves (we prefer nitrile, but white cotton are also an option) can be worn for added protection but they aren\u2019t appropriate for every task. When dealing with papers, clean, dry hands are the best option.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/flap-envelopes#nomobile\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"492\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Newspaper-Clipping-in-Envelope-copy-600x492.jpg\" alt=\"storing old newspapers, archival envelopes\" class=\"wp-image-7622 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Newspaper-Clipping-in-Envelope-copy-600x492.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Newspaper-Clipping-in-Envelope-copy.jpg 760w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/492;\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">You can see the rust damage that paperclips can cause newsprint.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Please be sure to carefully remove any paper clips or staples from old newspaper clippings before you place them in archival enclosures.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/8-Newspaper-Clippings.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"410\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/8-Newspaper-Clippings-600x410.jpg\" alt=\"storing old newspapers, newspaper clippings\" class=\"wp-image-5844 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/8-Newspaper-Clippings-600x410.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/8-Newspaper-Clippings.jpg 760w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/410;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">If you have the storage space and access to a box large enough, newspapers are ideally stored flat. The paper fibers stress and break at the folds first. If you can&#8217;t unfold entirely, storing with the one fold in half is acceptable. Clippings, too, should be unfolded as much as possible.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 18pt;\">Storing Whole Newspapers<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; color: #000000;\">Archival newspaper storage begins with a double layer of protection using archival polyethylene bags and buffered, acid-free boxes. These bags and boxes minimize \u201cacid migration\u201d from one newspaper to another, keep out dust, moisture and pollutants, and keep your newspapers and clippings in a dark, dry environment. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/news-storage-kits\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Newspaper Storage Kit<\/a>, available in several sizes, includes an acid-free, metal-edge drop front box, a reusable desiccant canister to remove harmful moisture, and ten polyethylene bags to hold individual newspapers.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/news-storage-kits\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"451\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Newspaper-Kit-copy-600x451.jpg\" alt=\"storing old newspapers, archival storage\" class=\"wp-image-7612 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Newspaper-Kit-copy-600x451.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Newspaper-Kit-copy.jpg 760w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/451;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 18pt;\">Storing Newspaper Clippings<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; color: #000000;\">When storing smaller newspaper clippings you have several options. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/crystal-clear-bags\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Crystal Clear Bags<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/side-loading-print-sleeves\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Side Loading Print Sleeves<\/a> with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/acid-free-paper-inserts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Card Stock Inserts<\/a> work well. The acid-free card stock provides support and rigidity, and a place to add relevant information in pencil. Use the card stock to write notes about what paper the article came from, the date, and why you saved it. A clear plastic enclosure allows you to view the clipping without handling the fragile newsprint. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; color: #000000;\">Once housed in this type of enclosure, you can select an appropriately sized archival box to hold your clippings or a collection of clippings and similarly sized or related ephemera. A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/drop-front-boxes-1-1-2-inch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Drop Front Box<\/a> is a flat storage solution and comes in a wide range of sizes.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/drop-front-boxes-1-1-2-inch\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"452\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Newspaper-Storage-Drop-Front-Box-Archival-Methods-600x452.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-18956 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Newspaper-Storage-Drop-Front-Box-Archival-Methods-600x452.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Newspaper-Storage-Drop-Front-Box-Archival-Methods-768x578.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Newspaper-Storage-Drop-Front-Box-Archival-Methods.jpg 1000w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/452;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; color: #000000;\">Another appropriate box would be a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/document-boxes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Document Box<\/a> in conjunction with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/file-folders-full-half-third-cut\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Archival File Folders<\/a>. If you don&#8217;t fill the box, use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/document-box-spacers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Document Box Spacers<\/a> to take up extra space so the folders and objects don&#8217;t slump.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/document-box-kit\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Document-Storage-Kit-copy-600x450.jpg\" alt=\"storing old newspapers\" class=\"wp-image-7369 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Document-Storage-Kit-copy-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Document-Storage-Kit-copy.jpg 760w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/450;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; color: #000000;\">An <a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/category\/binders\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Archival Binder<\/a> can also be used to safely store your clippings using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/print-and-slide-pages\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Archival Print Pages<\/a> with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/acid-free-paper-inserts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Card Stock Inserts<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/3-ring-page-protectors\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">3-Ring Page Protectors<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/category\/binders\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"452\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Newspaper-Storage-Binder-2-Archival-Methods-600x452.jpg\" alt=\"storing newspaper clippings, binder, archival storage\" class=\"wp-image-18949 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Newspaper-Storage-Binder-2-Archival-Methods-600x452.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Newspaper-Storage-Binder-2-Archival-Methods-768x578.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Newspaper-Storage-Binder-2-Archival-Methods.jpg 1000w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/452;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 18pt;\">Proper Storage Conditions<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; color: #000000;\">Once a newspaper or clipping is safely inside an archival polyethylene bag or polyester sleeve, and an acid-free box or archival binder, you need to find an appropriate place to store it. A dry, dark environment such as a closet in your living space is a good option. Never store items you are trying to preserve in a garage, basement, or attic. The temperature and humidity fluctuations in these spaces is not good for long-term storage. These areas of a home are also more prone to leaks and flooding which could harm your collections.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\"><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">Consult a Conservator<\/span><br><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Newspapers will eventually deteriorate over time due to their acid and lignin content. Proper archival storage only slows down this process. If needed, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.culturalheritage.org\/about-conservation\/find-a-conservator\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">consult a professional paper conservator <\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">who <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">can neutralize these harmful chemicals through a process known as deacidification, Note that this can only stop current damage, and not reverse any yellowing or brittleness that has already occurred. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>See our updated blog post How to Store Newspapers and Clippings While newspaper circulation has dropped off significantly in recent years, many people still save&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":7670,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[321,317,34,316,318,319,376],"tags":[67,52,69,44,85,86],"series":[],"class_list":["post-5461","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-all-in-one-kits-accessories","category-family-history-genealogy","category-how-to","category-archival-presentation-storage","category-preserving-collections","category-archival-products-in-action","category-storage","tag-acid-free-storage","tag-archival-basics","tag-archival-boxes","tag-archival-storage","tag-preserving-newspapers","tag-storing-newspapers"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.4 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Preserving | Archivally Storing Old Newspapers<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Preserving old newspapers can be a challenge. 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