We still have room in our April Online Museum Courses! Join us for one of these interesting and informative courses!
MS 001: The Problem with Plastics
April 15 to 19, 2019
Instructor: Diana Komejan
Location: http://museumclasses.org
Description:
As we march boldly toward the 22nd century, artifact collecting includes that most fragile of materials - plastic. Not only is it in our collections, but it is used to house our collections, too. What problems have you seen? What problems have others seen? What materials are best? What can we, as caretakers, do to minimize long-term damage? Join Diana in this mini-course for discussing care and deterioration of plastics. Bring any questions you have about plastics in your museum.
For more information or to sign up: https://www.collectioncare.org/problem-plastics-line-short-course
MS 011: Gallery Guides
April 8 to 19, 2019
Instructor: Karin Hostetter
Location: http://museumclasses.org
Description
Self-guided brochures, exhibit labels, docent led tours, guest speakers, and audio tours are only a few of the methods available to guide visitors through an exhibit. Explore the strengths and challenges of many different methods and garner resources for further information. Learn how to determine which method works best with which exhibits and how to provide variety to enhance the visitor experience.
For more information or to sign up: https://www.collectioncare.org/gallery-guides-line-short-course
MS202: Museum Storage Facilities and Furniture
April 1 to 26, 2019
Instructor: Laura Elliff Cruz
Location: http://museumclasses.org
Description:
If you are building a new storage facility or retrofitting an old one, this course provides the blueprint for how to approach architects and engineers as well as redesigning your facility yourself. The course covers the philosophy of storage, the construction requirements, security, fire and water prevention, types of furniture, and how to plan for collections growth.
The course will start with a refresher on the agents of deterioration and environmental issues to assure that the students have a common base to begin.
After this introduction, topics include determining storage and defining space, architectural design considerations and issues such as lighting, security and planning. We will discuss general information about storage furniture types and storage materials, how to modify existing cabinets and information on homemade storage systems. The last section includes specific information from a variety of vendors, specifics on writing a Request for Proposal (RFP), and what to consider when making a decision on a furniture type and vendor.
The instructor will add readings and other information depending upon the students and their individual institutional problems and concerns.
For more information or to sign up: https://www.collectioncare.org/museum-storage-facilities-and-furniture-line-course
MS 209: Collections Management Policies for Museums and Related Institutions
April 1 to May 10, 2019
Instructor: Kimberly Kenney
Location: http://museumclasses.org
Description:
Acquiring and holding collections impose specific legal, ethical and professional obligations. Museums must ensure proper management, preservation and use of their collections. A well-crafted collections management policy is key to collections stewardship. Collections Management Policies for Museums and Related Institutions helps participants develop policies that meet professional and legal standards for collections management. Collections Management Policies for Museums and Related Institutions teaches the practical skills and knowledge needed to write and implement such a policy. The course covers the essential components and issues a policy should address. It also highlights the role of the policy in carrying out a museum's mission and guiding stewardship decisions. Participants are expected to draft collections management policies.
For more information or to sign up: https://www.collectioncare.org/collections-management-policies-museums-and-related-institutions-line-course
MS 214: Collections Management Databases
April 1 to 26, 2019
Instructor: Sarah Kapellusch
Location: http://museumclasses.org
Description:
A collection database is a necessary tool for accurate and efficient collections management. In Collection Management Databases you will learn what characteristics distinguish one database system from another; how a database can be used to manage inventory, conservation, pest management, and other aspects of collections management; as well as how to prepare your collection and documentation for entry into a database.
For more information or to sign up: https://www.collectioncare.org/collection-management-databases-line-course
MS 223: Care of Metals
April 1 to May 10, 2019
Instructor: Diana Komejan
Location: http://museumclasses.org
Description:
Outdoor sculpture, silver tea service, gold jewelry, axe head, wheel rim - metals are found in most museum collections and may be stored or displayed indoor or outdoors depending on the object. Learn how to identify different types of metal and their alloys. Gain an understanding of how and why metals deteriorate and methods for preventing deterioration from occurring or continuing. The pros and cons of different popular treatments will be covered along with recommendations for the least damaging approach to treatment. Care of Metals provides a simplified explanation of the chemistry and structure of metals, explaining the importance of the galvanic series and electrochemistry in care strategies. Starting with an overview of the history and function of metals and how they are made, the course will cover guidelines for handling, labeling, exhibiting and storing metals. An overview of treatments, including cleaning, used on metals and how appropriate they are for the long-term preservation of the metal object will help students make care decisions when consulting with conservators.
For more information or to sign up: https://www.collectioncare.org/care-metals-line-course
Feel free to contact me with questions.
Peggy Schaller
Northern States Conservation Center
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