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"Need advice on the care of books, photos, videos, and other media in your collections? These publications from the Preservation Directorate answer many questions about the care, handling and storage of your valuable collections. * Care, Handling and "

"The Mission of the Bedford Museum and Genealogical Library is to develop and maintain files for genealogical and historical research and to collect, preserve and interpret objects of historical significance to the City of Bedford and Bedford County, Virginia. Objects of historical significance are defined as objects that were made and / or used by inhabitants of Bedford or are deemed to have been an integral part of the lives and environs of the inhabitants of the City of Bedford and Bedford County, Virginia. Objects of historical significance interpret and substantiate the existence and survival of inhabitants of Bedford, Virginia from prehistoric times to present. This marvelous structure now houses many artifacts from the rich and colorful past of the Bedford area. Most of this collection is now computerized. "

"You never know what will come in handy for a craft project or fill a need around the house. Besides, recycling stuff is better than adding to the landfills and it's good for our environment! Here are some ideas for things you can use all that old stuff for. Everyday household stuff... Frisbie Bird Feeded Walkway Party Lantern Things you can do with Breyer's ice cream containers. Things you can do with old film cannisters. Things you can do with berry baskets Things you can do with old CD's Things you can do with old CD jewel cases Things you can do with old plastic pop bottles Things you can do with old cardboard tubes Things you can make with tin foil How to make lamps & vases from glass bottles Things you can do with old cardboard milk cartons Things you can do with wire hangers Things you can do with old egg cartons Things you can do with old garden hoses Things you can do with old newspaper How to make your own recycled paper How to preserve newspaper clippings Things you can do with old baby food jars Things you can make with wallpaper Things you can do with tuna cans Using Stuff In Nature Things you can make with walnut shells Things you can make with pine cones Things you can make with sea shells Recycle kitchen/cooking waste MORE Recycling Ideas... (Miscellaneous stuff - Light bulbs, brown paper bags, bleach bottles ...)"

"The National Trails System is... ...the network of scenic, historic, and recreation trails created by the National Trails System Act of 1968. These trails provide for outdoor recreation needs, promote the enjoyment, appreciation, and preservation of open-air, outdoor areas and historic resources, and encourage public access and citizen involvement."

"now in its nineteenth season, the Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra was founded with a congressional appropriation in recognition of the importance of jazz in American culture. It serves as the jazz orchestra in residence at the National Museum of American History."