A 45 minute introductory discussion with museum staff, volunteers, docents, this program describes the needs of many types of objects on display and in storage, housekeeping, art handling, climate control, development of staff and volunteer routines for climate monitoring and other care issues.

DEVELOPING A COLLECTIONS CARE PLAN

Half-day workshop for museum staff, volunteers, and board members. Describes the process from self-evaluation through working with a conservator during on-site surveys of collections and facilities, grantsmanship, implementing survey recommendations, and security issues.

HANDS ON THE COLLECTION

Day-long workshop for staff and volunteers. Can include examining and documenting the condition of objects; conservation framing of paintings and flat paper; designing storage for diverse collections; safety on exhibition, in transit, and in storage; instructing visitors about safety and conservation; security basics. Can be customized to suit individual needs.

DISASTER PLANNING AND POLICY

Day-long workshop for museum staff, volunteers, and board members. Describes possible disasters and emergencies, how to develop a plan to cope when disaster strikes, how to involve staff and volunteers in the plan and working with a conservator.

MEET OUR MUSEUM: PRODUCING A SLIDE PRESENTATION

How to produce good slides with a 35-mm camera, organize a presentation, and write a script for school or adult audiences. Photography of the museum and collection during the workshop. Follow up in 8 weeks with a presentation of the finished product. Site or participants must provide a 35-mm camera. Basic knowledge of the camera and photography is expected.)

LOOKING AT PICTURES: TECHNICAL EXAMINATION AND DOCUMENTATION OF MATERIALS AND CONDITION

A short intensive course for professionals such as auctioneers, appraisers, curators, and serious collectors. Three slide-illustrated lectures and discussion; demonstration of various optical techniques including normal light, magnification, and ultraviolet; methods of documentation; and safety in framing, handling, and shipping works of art.

Study of the construction methods of different artistic periods and schools of European and American art will give the student a working knowledge to aid in identifying the materials and techniques of paintings. We will also discuss condition, including evidence of the natural aging of paintings and the influence of restoration and conservation. The student's basic knowledge of art history is assumed.

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