SERIES DESCRIPTION

Explore conservation principles and preventative care strategies across diverse collection types, from heritage items to contemporary materials. The series, delivered by subject-matter experts and conservators, combines foundational knowledge with material-specific techniques, equipping you with practical approaches to preservation challenges.

Each session addresses distinct material categories and their conservation requirements, covering both theoretical frameworks and hands-on considerations. Learn to identify deterioration risks, implement appropriate storage and handling protocols, and make informed decisions about conservation priorities within your resource constraints.

Whether you manage a small community collection or work within a larger institution, these seminars will strengthen your capacity to preserve cultural heritage for future generations. Attend individual sessions based on your collection profile, or complete the full series to build comprehensive conservation knowledge across material types. The full series is as follows:

Session 1 | Objects Conservation & First Nations Protocols
Tuesday 17 March, 2:00-4:00pm

Session 2 | Paper & Textiles Conservation
Tuesday 4 June, 2:00-4:00pm

Session 3 | Stone & Metals Conservation
Tuesday 4 August, 2:00-4:00pm

Session 4 | Modern Materials Conservation
Tuesday 6 October, 2:00-4:00pm

FULL SERIES DISCOUNT OFFER

Each module is designed to stand alone, so you can drop in for the sessions that interest you most, or book the full four-part series and save 10%.

Joining mid-series? No problem. Book the series at any point and we'll send you recordings and resources from any sessions you've missed.

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