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Online course: An Introduction to Collections Preservation begins April 6, 2015

MS 104: An Introduction to Collections Preservation

April 6 to May 1, 2015

Instructor: Helen Alten

Location: http://museumclasses.org

Description:

Every museum professional needs a solid foundation in preservation principles and techniques. Introduction to Collections Preservation provides an overview of current preservation issues from environmental monitoring to collection cleaning, exhibit mounts and storage furniture. Participants learn about every aspect of the modern museum and how the building, staff and fixtures affect preservation. Subjects include the agents of deterioration, risk management, object handling and transport, object labeling, exhibit lighting, security, emergency preparedness, materials for storage and display, storage and exhibit philosophies, and condition assessments.

For more information and to sign up: http://www.collectioncare.org/introduction-collections-preservation-line-course

Feel free to contact me with questions

Peggy Schaller
Northern States Conservation Center
Certificate Program Coordinator
www.collectioncare.org
museumclasses.org
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Collections Research for Museums
4830 E Kansas Dr
Denver, CO 80246
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