Introducing conservation of books and archives with Victoria Stevens

Ref: D1D39421

Location: London
£155
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About this course

This study day is part of our Curious About Conservation series. It aims to give expert insight into how to care for and preserve books and archives. Have you ever wondered whether you have the skills necessary to care for written heritage? This short course will give you a taste of what is required.

Timetable

Student registration: 10.30am - 11am
Course teaching: 11am – 5.15pm 
Morning session: 11am - 1pm
Lunch break: 1pm - 2pm (lunch is not included)
Afternoon session: 2pm - 5.15pm (15 minute break, 3.30pm–3.45pm)
Teaching finishes: 5.15pm  
 

General Information

Tutors

Victoria Stevens

Victoria has worked in written heritage collections for over 25 years, mainly as a library and archive conservator and collections care adviser, but latterly as a learning and engagement lead, a perfect complement to her overall collections work.

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