In the realm of cultural heritage preservation, disaster preparedness should stand as a cornerstone of safeguarding our invaluable artifacts and historical records. Museums and cultural heritage organizations face a myriad of challenges in ensuring their survival...
Museum security is not just about safeguarding artwork and collections from physical threats; it’s about ensuring both the preservation and continued accessibility of cultural heritage. Because of this, a multifaceted approach is crucial. This article will...
The term “art conservator” may not be the most appropriate umbrella term for collections care professionals who focus on the treatment and preservation of cultural heritage. Certainly, a conservator specialized in archaeological metals or natural history specimens...
Water is a vital substance to all known forms of life on this planet, and a key ingredient in the production of many cultural heritage materials. Think of the large amounts of water that are required to make paper or tan leather. However, water damage can also wreak...
May 1 is Mayday, which was established by the Society of American Archivists and Heritage Preservation, now part of the Foundation for Advancement in Conservation, to raise awareness of disaster preparedness and encourage preservation professionals to take...