Lewis and Clark Trail Museum is hosting a three-day collections care workshop June 13-15 in Alexander, ND. Staff and volunteers from all area museums, libraries and archives are invited to register for the free hands-on workshops sponsored by the Dakota Collections Care Initiative (DCCI).
The workshop will focus on how to properly care for a variety of collections, such as textiles, books, art, furniture and photographs. Participants will learn how to properly document collections, protect collections from damage while on exhibit, and keep collections secure. The workshop will also feature special sessions on planning for facility upgrades along with environmental monitoring programs.
Registration for the free workshops is required at http://www.dcciworkshops2012.eventbrite.com and closes June 6.
Additional information about DCCI and a detailed workshop schedule are posted at the State Historical Society of North Dakota website at http://history.nd.gov/dcci/index.html.
More information is available by calling 701-355-4458.
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