Conservation Strategies for Archaeologists
April 16-17, 2012 |
Seminar Overview: Review the role of conservation in the field and in the laboratory for archaeological projects. Discuss planning and preparation for the care of excavated materials. Learn about the condition of materials upon excavation and "first aid" packing and transport methods for artifacts from both dry and waterlogged contexts. Examine artifact preservation and methods to facilitate interpretation. Learn how to perform simple stabilization techniques such as dewatering waterlogged bone, removing chlorides from objects, and consolidating highly degraded glass, as well as exploring tips for mending vessels.This seminar is offered in conjunction with Archaeological Curation and Collections Management.
Faculty: Emily Williams, conservator of archaeological materials at the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation; research interests include waterlogged organics, the burial environment, and the history of conservation
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Lisa Young, archaeological conservator and president of Alexandria Conservation Services, Ltd.; research interests include the treatment of dry and wet material, surveying archaeological collections, and the deterioration and preservation of polymers (plastics)
Participants: Archaeologists; archaeological lab staff; historic preservation specialists; project managers.
Related Seminars: Archaeological Curation and Collections Management
Seminar Location, Hours, and Hotels: Confirmation of registration is sent out to registered participants one month prior to the seminar date. The confirmation includes the seminar location, hours, and a list of conveniently located hotels. Seminars generally are held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Registration is recommended at least 6 weeks prior to the seminar to secure a place and to avoid cancellations due to low enrollment.
Cost (see Register for more information):
$450 (6-week advance registration); $500 (regular registration)
Rate for 5 days including Archaeological Curation and Collections Management:
$900 (6-week advance registration); $950 (regular registration)
National NAGPRA Program scholarships and National Endowment for the Arts scholarships may be available through NPI for this seminar
Customized/On-Site Training: NPI also offers this seminar as customized, on-site training to meet specific organizational needs. Seminars can be tailored to create single- or multiple-day workshops at a location and time convenient to the sponsor. Contact NPI at 703.765.0100 or info@npi.org for further information.
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Website:
www.npi.org/sem-archconserv.html |
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| Location Information |
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Richmond, VA |
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| Contact Information |
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National Preservation Institute |
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703-765-0100 |
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