Behind the scenes in the conservation studio at London Metropolitan Archives

Behind the scenes in the conservation studio at London Metropolitan Archives: "Behind the scenes in the conservation studio at London Metropolitan Archives




​Come and see what goes on in our conservation studio. Meet our conservators, watch them in action and find out about the painstaking work which ensures our archives are preserved for future generations.

The studio will be open on 20 November 2012 from 10am to 12 noon and 2pm to 4pm. As well as the programme of demonstrations below, there will be tables showing the different formats and materials found in archives.

If you have been following our work on the Great Parchment Book, this is an opportunity to come and see the repaired and rehoused pages and learn about the techniques used to humidify, tension dry and repair the parchment.

The timetable for the day is detailed below. It also includes a conservation clinic where a conservator will advise you on how to take care of your family archive, so bring your documents with you.

10-11am
11am-12 noon
2-3pm
3-4pm
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