By CIFHA Foundation | Photography Archive
CIFHA Foundation continues its work to preserve, research, and promote Argentina's photographic heritage. Through the conservation, identification, and documentation of its photographic archives and collections, the institution seeks to ensure the protection of these materials and expand access for researchers, students, and the general public.
One of the most significant recent developments was the selection of the project “Fotoclubismo in Argentina – Identification of the Juan Gómez collection” by the Modern Endangered Archives Program (MEAP) at UCLA Library, as part of its 2026 grant cycle. Led by Alfredo Srur, the project was selected in the Planning Grants category and focuses on identifying and planning the archival work on the collection of Argentine photographer Juan Gómez (1920–2018). This recognition will help strengthen research and documentation efforts related to a collection of particular importance to the study of photography clubs in Argentina.
At the same time, CIFHA continues its ongoing work to conserve and organize photographic materials from the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries, encompassing an archive of approximately two million documents. These activities are part of a continuous process that requires specialized expertise, appropriate infrastructure, and sustained resources to ensure the long-term preservation of these materials.
Preserving these archives not only protects historical documents but also supports new research and expands our understanding of Argentina's photographic history. We are deeply grateful to everyone who supports this work and helps ensure that this heritage can be preserved and passed on to future generations.
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