Conservation and Museums Advisory Service

Providing conservation advice & treatments to heritage organisations & the public, striving for excellence in the care & use of collections. Based @heritagewshc

[Conservation and Museums Advisory Service @heritageCMAS]

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Happy Halloween!

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Our Object Conservator Kayleigh Spring had a fantastic time on an #archaeological #leather conservation course held by @HistoricEngland and the @LCCNorthampton Centre. So many interesting techniques discussed. She's ready for your problem archaeological leather in the lab!

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Our Object Conservator Kayleigh Spring making an appearance with the guys from the @coriniummuseum. Sad to see such lovely objects leave the lab but hopefully they can be placed on display for all to see soon! Check out the video: https://t.co/xfPaPjyANJ

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We visited the @royalartillerymuseum last week to discuss all things conservation and collections care. There are great plans afoot to increase access to their fascinating collection. Definitely worth a visit.

[Conservation and Museums Advisory Service @heritageCMAS]

Look at this interesting discolouration! It appears the decorative ink used on this postcard has started to react with the acidic paper. The green colouration could indicate metal elements such as copper are present in the ink. #archives #paperconservation #artwork #chemistry

[Conservation and Museums Advisory Service @heritageCMAS]

What do you keep in your freezer? Don’t worry, all our conservators are intact and we aren’t celebrating Halloween early - this is just some waterlogged archaeological leather footwear being frozen before freeze-drying treatment. #archaeology #conservation #objects #freezedrying

[Conservation and Museums Advisory Service @heritageCMAS]

We had a very wet day yesterday visiting @RomanBathsBath . The mist over the hot spring water and reenactors made it very atmospheric! Luckily we were safely tucked up inside and getting to review some of their amazing collection. Always worth a visit! #museums #collections

[Conservation and Museums Advisory Service @heritageCMAS]

Spaces still available for our 'Simple Display Techniques' workshop. Spend the day in our lab and discover some simple and cost-effective methods for safely displaying mixed-media collections. Find out more at https://t.co/NWfaYLQohu #conservation #collections #museums #display

[Conservation and Museums Advisory Service @heritageCMAS]

We are tucking up this baby in blue after its treatment, ready to be returned home. Plastics are very challenging as their degradation can only be slowed not stopped, so we created custom packaging to help with its preservation. #plastics #conservation #objects #vintagedolls

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We are at @ChippMuseum today. Come and say hello! @heritageopenday

[Conservation and Museums Advisory Service @heritageCMAS]

Join us this Saturday (14th) at @ChippMuseum for @heritageopenday . There will be store tours and we will be demonstrating all things #conservation #objects https://t.co/DB3hoIbcCk

[Conservation and Museums Advisory Service @heritageCMAS]

Already thinking about this coming weekend? We couldn’t resist showing a sneaky peak of a beautiful document that will be on display as part of @heritageopenday at @HeritageWSHC this Saturday the 7th September. Find out more https://t.co/p6ycEUjWej #archives #tudor #history

[Conservation and Museums Advisory Service @heritageCMAS]

There are still a few places left on our 'Supporting Textiles for Storage & Display' workshop next Tuesday 3rd September. Reserve your place now: https://t.co/NWfaYLQohu #collectionscare #conservation #textileconservation

[Conservation and Museums Advisory Service @heritageCMAS]

Come and work with us! We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Object Conservator to join our team! Based @HeritageWSHC in Chippenham, find out more and apply now. Closing date 10/09/2024
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[Dr Nick Snashall @DrNickNT]

More info about the Cut Hill cist burial. Now in the capable hands of the Wiltshire Conservation and Museum Advisory Service https://t.co/ShOaasGyRn

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We are very excited to be part of the team and carrying out the conservation on this amazing find! 'Dartmoor dig uncovers 'stunning' prehistoric burial cist' https://t.co/whB3SjCNfI @dartmoornpa

[Conservation and Museums Advisory Service @heritageCMAS]

Just a month to go until our 'Supporting Textiles for Storage & Display' workshop. There are a few places left so do book if you haven't already. Looking forward to meeting you! Details can be found here: https://t.co/NWfaYLQW72 #collectionscare #conservation #textileconservation

[Conservation and Museums Advisory Service @heritageCMAS]

The highlight for Object Conservator Kayleigh Spring @SalisburyMuseum 's #festivalofarchaeology ? Getting to meet the @RealPhilHarding of course!

[Conservation and Museums Advisory Service @heritageCMAS]

We are here @SalisburyMuseum for the #FestivalOfArchaeology don’t miss out on what is set to be a fantastic weekend!