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The
Pennsylvania State Historical Records Advisory Board (SHRAB)
The State Historical Records Advisory Board (SHRAB) operates under federal regulations
governing the National Historical Publication and Records Commission (NHPRC) and
serves as the central advisory body for historical records planning in the state. The
State Historical Records Coordinator, who is appointed by the Governor, serves as
Chairman of the Board. Members of the Board, who are appointed by the Pennsylvania
Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC), review grant applications submitted by
Pennsylvania institutions by the NHPRC and also seek to facilitate cooperation among
historicalrecords repositories around state.
SHRAB Mission: The Pennsylvania State Historical Records Advisory Board provides
leadership and advocacy for the Commonwealth's documentary heritage. Its mission
is to foster the preservation and accessibility of historically valuable records and to
promote public awareness and appreciation of this enduring legacy. The SHRAB
carries out its mission by encouraging institutions to apply for NHPRC grants,
developing advisory services to improve historical records programs, identifying
sources of funding and support, promoting cooperation and partnerships, and
developing educational programs.
SHRAB Vision: The "common wealth" of Pennsylvania is a documentary heritage that
is preserved, valued, and accessible to all present and future generation of our citizens.
A strong and visible State Historical Records Advisory Board provides the leadership to
preserve and promote the historical record of the people of Pennsylvania.
For more information on SHRAB activities, please contact:
David W. Shoff, Division of Archival and Records Management Services
Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission
350 North Street, Harrisburg, PA, 17120-0090
Voice: (717) 783-579 Fax: (717) 787-4822
email: dshoff@state.pa.us
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