Archival Hierarchy: Fonds, Series, Subseries, File, Item

Unlock the structure behind every well-organized archive. In this recorded webinar, archivist Brittany Fox walks through the core levels of archival hierarchy—fonds, series, subseries, file, and item—and explains how each supports intellectual control and discovery in museum and archive collections. Perfect for archivists, museum professionals, librarians, and information managers, this session explores: 📁 What each level of archival description really means 📚 How to apply hierarchy to physical and digital collections ⚖️ Balancing granularity with available resources 🧩 How hierarchical levels map to the EAD (Encoded Archival Description) schema, including nesting limits With real-world examples and practical advice, Brittany offers clear strategies for applying archival hierarchy effectively—whether you're managing institutional records, family papers, or legacy collections. #ArchivalHierarchy #FondsVsSeries #SeriesSubseriesFileItem #ArchivalProcessing #MuseumArchives #LibraryMetadata #EADSchema #ArchivesWebinar #ArchivalDescriptionLevels #MuseumCollectionOrganization