August 14, 2025

The New York Preservation Archive Project (NYPAP), on behalf of The Amsterdam News Educational Foundation with AYON Studio and Jerome Haferd Studio, is seeking an experienced archivist or archival team to conduct a comprehensive assessment of historical materials housed in the New York Amsterdam News Headquarters. This Harlem-based collection includes newspapers, photographs, research materials, and artifacts reflecting over a century of Black history and journalism.

Location: On-site work in Harlem, NY
Budget: $40,000 ($40-$50/hour for up to 1,000 hours)
Duration: Approx. 12 months
Deadline: September 15, 2025

Ideal candidates will have archival experience related to African American heritage and a background in large-scale archival assessments. BIPOC professionals and those with lived or scholarly experience in Black culture and history are strongly encouraged to apply.

📩 For full RFP and submission details, please click here.