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Preservation


Oral History Video Services and the Work Worth Preserving in Small Historical Organizations
Historical knowledge is fragile when it lives only in memory. This post explains how oral history video services turn conversations into structured documentation that stays usable for museums and historical organizations.

Rui Pinho
Nov 22, 20252 min read


Bridgeport Smokestack: Documenting a Landmark Before Demolition
Aerial documentation of the Bridgeport smokestack before demolition, preserving visual context of a waterfront landmark during transition.

Rui Pinho
Oct 14, 20253 min read


Construction Progress Photos: A Usable Record for Preservation Projects
Progress documentation for preservation projects is more than construction photos. This article outlines a structured approach to aerial and ground documentation that supports reporting, grants, board communication, and long-term archival use.

Rui Pinho
Apr 21, 20233 min read


Aerial Documentation Case Study: Remington Shot Tower, Bridgeport, Connecticut
Aerial documentation of the Remington Shot Tower in Bridgeport, Connecticut, structured as a preservation-ready visual record suitable for grant and planning use.

Rui Pinho
Apr 13, 20202 min read


Drone Documentation in Connecticut: Four Practical Uses for Preservation and Documentation
How supplemental drone coverage can improve clarity, strengthen preservation proposals, and create a stronger baseline record for historic sites and public spaces.

Rui Pinho
Mar 30, 20203 min read


Documenting Forensic Facial Reconstruction: Bringing the Barnum Museum’s Mummy to life
A behind-the-scenes look at documenting the Barnum Museum’s forensic facial reconstruction workshop, showing how process documentation supports interpretation, education, and long-term institutional use.

Rui Pinho
Mar 29, 20193 min read
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