Megan Pellegrino is the Director of both the Hoover Historical Center and the Museum Studies program at Walsh University. The museum, housed in three historical buildings from the 19th and 20th centuries, faced significant challenges in preserving its collections,...
At the heart of the Alabama State Archives, where historical treasures are preserved, Keri Hallford has been instrumental in revolutionizing environmental monitoring with the aid of Conserv’s technology. Her story illustrates the profound impact of integrating...
In the world of cultural heritage, the preservation of art and historical documents is as important as their creation. Leslie Courtois, the sole conservator at the Library of Virginia, is an exemplar of dedication to this mission. With 28 years of experience, she’s...
Preserving the cultural heritage of Maryland is a responsibility that Chris Kintzel, the Director of the Maryland Commission on Artistic Property, takes very seriously. With over two decades of experience at the Maryland State Archives (MSA), Chris has dedicated his...
By Kylin Cummings, Director of Collections Thanksgiving Point was established in 1995 as a gift from Alan Ashton to his wife Karen to show gratitude for the community and the natural world. It has five discovery venues including the Mountain America Museum of Ancient...
Textile and preventive conservation often go hand-in-hand, as preventive considerations are essential in ensuring the safe display, mounting, and storage of textiles. Because textiles are ubiquitous in personal collections (go look in your closet for your favorite...