An Introduction to Conservation and Heritage Science Practice in an Archive 

28th Apr 2021 10:00am-1:00pm 

The one-day seminar offered by The National Archives’ Collection Care Department aims to introduce students to the practices of conservation and heritage science in an archival setting, and demonstrate how these subjects can enhance their research practices.

This session is suitable for a range of students including those who research physical collections, those who are curious about conservation and heritage science and those who are interested in incorporating material value into their research practice. We also welcome Techne supervisors to attend relevant sessions.

Through expert led talks and case study analysis, this session will aim to reveal how our research enhances the artefactual value of archival collections beyond what is written on the page i.e. by understanding material use, trade networks, and changing practices. It will highlight how the use of emergent technologies, such as spectral imaging, computer vision and linked data can unlock new information, from material composition and physical state to interpretation. Students will be introduced to value and significance methods used within conservation and how the methods can be used to prioritise research questions. 

Please go to https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/an-introduction-to-conservation-and-heritage-science-practice-in-an-archive-tickets-139459355687 and using the password NATIONALARCHIVES to register. If you have any questions about the session please contact research@nationalarchives.gov.uk