Accessing the Archive: A Case Study on the Popul Vuh

Key Points

• The central aim is to outline the preservation efforts for the Popul Vuh manuscript and the importance of accessibility.
• Analyzed archival practices used by the Newberry Library.
• Examined methods for digitizing and preserving the manuscript.
• Reviewed community outreach efforts to promote access to the manuscript.
• Successfully archived the Popul Vuh manuscript for future generations.
• Increased public access through digital formats.
• Enhanced awareness of Mayan cultural heritage among the community.