Preserving history,
one item at a time.
The Collectible Home Foundation conserves and stewards rare and historically significant works of art, books, and documents — and places them where they can teach: in museums, libraries, and the educational institutions of tomorrow.
A bridge between private collectors and the public good.
We accept donations of culturally significant objects, conserve them with care, and place them where they can be studied and enjoyed for generations.
Conserve
Rare works of art, books, manuscripts, and historical artifacts are documented, conserved, and held in trust by the Foundation.
Place
Pieces are granted or loaned to qualifying 501(c)(3) museums, libraries, universities, and historical societies for permanent stewardship.
Educate
Through workshops in bookbinding, paper repair, and artifact preservation, we extend access to history into our wider community.
Steward
Annual reports from receiving institutions ensure each donated piece continues to fulfill its educational purpose long into the future.
Pieces in our care.
A small selection from our holdings — works currently available for placement with qualifying museums, libraries, and educational institutions.
Art, books, and artifacts carry the fingerprints of humanity. Preserving them is an act of gratitude to the past and responsibility to the future.