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What to do with pre-owned vinyl?

Background: From ~1978 to 1991 I collected  many100s of vinyl records. At least 50% were classical; the rest jazz, R&B, World music, reggae, gospel--maybe 1200 records total. A few of the classical LPs are likely collectable/valuable, but most fall below that threshold. I’ve had these LPs stored in boxes since 1991. It’s becoming obvious I'll never again have a TT set up to hear these records. BTW, I live in Goshen, NY.

Can anyone suggest a way for me to responsibly dispose of these LPs?

FYI, I’d be happy to give to a store or reseller for estimated value, or donate them for a charity write-off. Money isn't my biggest concern & I have no appetite for trying to sell them on my own.

I also have a ton of old/good audio gear in the same problematic state (stored by never to be used again)...but that’s another story for another day.

Thanks in advance for any useful advice...
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You aren’t too far from New Paltz, correct? I would call a place like Rhino Records there and see if they are interested. They may even come get them from you.

Otherwise I’m sure you have CraigsList you could offer them in bulk. Someone may be interested.

The last thing I would do is ‘trash them’, there are many, as I, who would be more than happy to take them off your hands. Unfortunately I’m in Cleveland.
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