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Online Course Museum Cleaning Basics begins September 7, 2015

MS 217: Museum Cleaning Basics

September 7 to October 16, 2015

Instructor: Helen Alten

Location: http://museumclasses.org

Description:

Cobwebs in the gallery, dust on the dinosaur skeleton, mice in storage – a dirty museum results in poor visitor experience and poor collections preservation. In a museum, cleanliness really is next to godliness. Museum Cleaning Basics explores everything you need to know about cleaning your collections. Participants learn when to clean – and when not to clean. They also learn how to make those decisions. Topics range from basic housekeeping to specific techniques for specific objects. You will learn why cleaning is important and how to prevent damage when cleaning. We will look at specific techniques that minimize damage while getting the work done. And we will discuss when to call in a specialist, such as a conservator. Students will create a housekeeping manual for their institution.

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