archives (buildings)

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  4. Built Environment (hierarchy name)
  5. Single Built Works (hierarchy name)
  6. single built works (built environment)
  7. [single built works by specific type]
  8. [single built works by function]
  9. information handling facilities
  10. archives
Scope note
Buildings that house archives, which are institutions that store, maintain, and care for non-active public records or other important historical documents. The facilities typically include shelves and drawers for storage of boxes, folders, and other containers or documents; areas of the facility may be climate controlled.
archives
Accepted term: 29-Apr-2024