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1. Conservation of a 20th Century Scrapbook 2. Icon Scotland: Glass Bonding and Filling Workshop, 28-30 April in Stirling, Scotland (Limited Spaces) 3. PERMANENT JOB: National Applied Conservation Manager at Historic Environment Scotland £52,150 4. Job Opportunity: Director, Collections Analytical Lab, Yale IPCH 5. REMINDER: Graduate summer internship in outdoor sculpture conservation (Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, Washington, DC) 6. International Foundation for Cultural Property Protection - 27th Annual Conference – April 18–22, 2026 | New Orleans 7. Plywood marquetry delamination ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1.From: Abigail Xerri Posted: Monday March 9, 2026 11:14 AM Subject: Conservation of a 20th Century Scrapbook Message: Dear colleagues, My name is Abigail Xerri, and I am in my final year of a Bachelor's degree in Conservation, specialising in Books and Paper. For my thesis, I am studying the conservation and preservation of a 20th-century scrapbook with a tab/spacer binding structure, which appears to have been commonly used for scrapbooks to accommodate inserted materials. I would be very grateful if anyone has experience working with similar scrapbook bindings or could recommend relevant literature on scrapbook conservation or tab/spacer bindings. As part of my research, I am also conducting short interviews with conservation professionals who have worked on scrapbooks. If anyone would be willing to participate and share their experience, I would be happy to provide further details. I also welcome the opportunity to connect with professionals who have experience working with these types of artefacts. Any insights or references would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance for your help. Kind regards, Abigail Xerri ------------------------------ Abigail Xerri In-Naxxar Malta ------------------------------ 2.From: Elina Rodriguez Millan Posted: Monday March 9, 2026 11:38 AM Subject: Icon Scotland: Glass Bonding and Filling Workshop, 28-30 April in Stirling, Scotland (Limited Spaces) Message: Glass Bonding & Filling Workshop Tuesday-Thursday 28th-30th April 2026, 10:00-16:00 and 9:00-16:00 In-person event: The Engine Shed, Forthside Way, Stirling, Scotland FK8 1QZ Members: £450 Non-members: £540 Student members: £360 Book your tickets here <https://www.icon.org.uk/events/icon-scotland-glass-bonding-and-filling-workshop.html> The Institute of Conservation Scotland Group, in conjunction with the Ceramics & Glass Group, is hosting a 3-day glass conservation workshop led by Tiago Oliveira, ACR with teaching support from Ros Hodges, ACR. This 3-day Workshop is aimed at conservators with previous knowledge but little experience of glass conservation, being objects or stained glass. The course will cover theory about glass degradation, conservation issues, conservation materials and techniques, and hands-on sessions on handling, bonding, mould making and filling flat glass and vessel glass surrogates. At the end of the workshop, participants will have a clear idea of common glass conservation issues, and options and strategies for their conservation. Date & Times: Tuesday 28th April 2026: 10:00am – 5:00pm Saturday 4th May 2024: 9:00am – 5:00pm Sunday 5th May 2024: 9:00am – 5:00pm Places are very limited, so book your tickets before they're gone! Book your tickets here <https://www.icon.org.uk/events/icon-scotland-glass-bonding-and-filling-workshop.html> If you have any queries, contact [email protected] <[email protected]> ------------------------------ Elina Rodriguez Millan Social Media Officer, Icon Scotland Group [email protected] ------------------------------ 3.From: Elina Rodriguez Millan Posted: Monday March 9, 2026 11:38 AM Subject: PERMANENT JOB: National Applied Conservation Manager at Historic Environment Scotland £52,150 Message: Starting salary: £52,150 Contract type: Permanent Grade: 5 Location: South Gyle Conservation Centre, Edinburgh, Scotland/Regular site work across HES Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 35 hours per week Closing Date: Wednesday 25 March 2026 at Midday Interviews: To be held in person at Longmore House, Edinburgh on 1, 8 and 9 April 2026 The National Applied Conservation Manager provides leadership and direction for a team of specialist conservators and the resources that support their work. The role offers both strategic and operational oversight of applied conservation activity across the Historic Environment Scotland estate and its associated Collections, ensuring that all conservation work is effectively planned, prioritised and delivered to appropriate professional standards. The role also provides oversight of the conservation facility to ensure health and safety requirements, statutory compliance and operational standards are met, maintaining a safe and fitforpurpose workspace that supports specialist conservation activity. More information and application here <https://ekov.fa.em3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_2001/job/324> ------------------------------ Elina Rodriguez Millan Stone Conservator Historic Environment Scotland [email protected] ------------------------------ 4.From: Alison Gilchrest Posted: Monday March 9, 2026 4:06 PM Subject: Job Opportunity: Director, Collections Analytical Lab, Yale IPCH Message: Hello friends and colleagues, Yale University's Institute for the Preservation of Cultural Heritage (IPCH) is excited to announce we are recruiting for a new position: the Director of the Collections Analytical Lab. Please feel free to circulate to your networks and refer talented candidates. IPCH has retained Claremont Search Advisors to support this recruitment. All inquiries and applications can be directed to Jane Ezersky at Claremont Search Advisors at this address: [email protected] <[email protected]> Please note: applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for Yale University, without the need for current or future visa sponsorship. The Collections Analytical Lab The Collections Analytical Lab (CAL) at Yale University's Institute for the Preservation of Cultural Heritage (IPCH <https://ipch.yale.edu>) is a newly created lab designed to serve as the primary home for conservation science partnership across Yale's museum and library collections. CAL's charge is to provide analytical research expertise as a key contributor to Yale's exhibition, loan, publication, and preventive conservation programs. The lab provides timely and responsive consultation, within staff capacity, to research requests related to conservation treatment, curatorial inquiry, object interpretation, routine diagnostics, storage conditions, etc. CAL will prioritize limited scale projects and employ methods that leverage IPCH's established infrastructure, while also building new university relationships as projects develop. Organizationally, CAL sits beside the Heritage Science Research Lab (HSRL) at IPCH which has been newly re-charged to focus on large-scale, long-duration research projects, teaching, and international partnerships. CAL shares facilities, equipment, and expertise with HSRL as part of a dynamic community of heritage scientists, and they may mutually refer projects or work with outside vendors as necessary. The Institute for the Preservation of Cultural Heritage Established in 2011, the Institute for the Preservation of Cultural Heritage's mission is to preserve and promote cultural heritage through interdisciplinary research, conservation, and educational opportunity. In addition to a concerted focus on Yale's collections community, the Institute also supports robust international programs and collaborations centered on cultural heritage preservation and capacity building in the Global South. IPCH is located on Yale's West Campus in the Collection Studies Center, approximately 15 minutes from downtown New Haven. This facility houses the university's shared conservation laboratory, conservation science laboratories, and imaging studios together with collections storage and study centers. IPCH functions as Yale's cross-collection platform for analytical research, conservation imaging, and professional development in support of the conservation staff, interns, and fellows that work across Yale's collections: the University Library (including the Beinecke Rare Book Library), the Peabody Museum of Natural History, the Yale University Art Gallery, and the Yale Center for British Art. In addition to the curatorial and conservation teams within these units, IPCH staff also maintain relationships with faculty and staff from across the university in support of research and programming goals. Position IPCH seeks an experienced, dedicated leader to serve as the inaugural Director of the Collections Analytical Lab (CAL). Reporting to the Director of IPCH, the CAL Director will lead and direct a lab focused on analytical research of cultural heritage materials within the Yale collections. Utilizing diplomacy, compromise, and outstanding management and communication skills, the Director will establish collaborative relationships and maintain efficient and sustainable workflows across multiple collection stakeholders. In establishing a new lab, the CAL Director will work closely with the Director of IPCH to determine staffing and funding plans to help grow the lab's capacity, as well as establish clear documentation and reporting and defined metrics of success. They will serve as an ambassador for IPCH to foster excitement and visibility for the work of conservation science across Yale and beyond. The position term is five years with possibility of extension as funding allows. IPCH is actively seeking funding to help secure this role permanently. Responsibilities include: · Collaborate with representatives from Yale's museum and library collections to formulate and prioritize research agendas, execute analysis, and report on findings. Identify partners and external collaborators as necessary. · Manage and oversee an annual budget plus any contracts and projects, ensuring they are executed effectively and align with the strategic objectives of IPCH and Yale. · Manage staff and trainee recruitment, onboarding, and professional development. · Foster a collaborative environment and maintain the highest standards of performance and professionalism. · Partner with the Heritage Science Research Lab (HSRL) to strategically oversee the management, development, and maintenance of IPCH's scientific laboratories and instrumentation. Work in collegial cooperation with HSRL scientists to mutually refer projects and ensure a robust professional community. · Ensure the safe operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment, tools, and supplies, including the responsible handling of hazardous substances, in line with best practices and safety regulations. · Contribute to fundraising, outreach, and donor stewardship. Develop grant and project proposals to advance the work of IPCH. · Working with the Director of IPCH and the Conservation at Yale Steering Committee, work to continuously develop and optimize CAL's project management and operations. · Serve on committees at Yale and within the broader cultural heritage community, aligning with and supporting the mission of IPCH. · Identify and integrate new technologies, methodologies, and equipment to advance research capabilities at IPCH and in the cultural heritage field. · The Director is expected to prioritize active and timely research partnerships with Yale's collections, with minimal teaching, travel, and independent research and publishing activities. Minimum Requirements · Master's Degree in scientific discipline · A minimum of seven years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. · Proven ability to lead and manage research teams, preferably in heritage and conservation science, ensuring high performance in a matrixed environment. · Experience supervising and mentoring interns and fellows at various academic and professional stages. · Demonstrated success in managing competing priorities and stakeholders. · Expertise in establishing systems, documentation, and metrics to support successful and sustainable partnerships. · Skill in identifying, integrating, and utilizing new technologies and equipment in cultural heritage research, with experience managing scientific instruments and adhering to lab safety protocols. · Expertise in managing research contracts and projects, including budgeting, to ensure alignment with IPCH's goals. · Experience developing grant proposals and engaging in fundraising, outreach, and donor relations. · Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for Yale University, without the need for current or future visa sponsorship. Preferred Education, Experience and Skills · PhD degree in physical or bio-physical sciences (including chemistry, biochemistry, physics, biophysics, materials science, and polymer science) · Experience in a cultural heritage environment such as academia, museums, collections, public or private research institutes. · Knowledge of one or more languages other than English Additional Information · The annual salary range for this position is anticipated to be $120,000 - $150,000 and will depend on the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate. · The Institute for the Preservation of Cultural Heritage has retained Claremont Search Advisors to support this recruitment. To submit an application, please send an email with a resume and cover letter to [email protected] <[email protected]>. ------------------------------ Alison Gilchrest Director, Institute for the Preservation of Cultural Heritage Yale University, West Campus, West Haven, CT [email protected] ------------------------------ 5.From: Sarah Montonchaikul Posted: Monday March 9, 2026 4:07 PM Subject: REMINDER: Graduate summer internship in outdoor sculpture conservation (Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, Washington, DC) Message: The Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden in Washington, DC is excited to offer one paid, full-time, 8-week outdoor sculpture conservation internship position for a student currently enrolled in, or recently graduated from a graduate conservation program. The Hirshhorn is currently embarking on an ambitious revitalization of the Sculpture Garden, designed by renowned artist Hiroshi Sugimoto. The new vision will create spaces for large-scale contemporary works and performances, as well as intimate spaces for the museum's modern masterpieces. Initial concept designs also include reopening the underground passage, which has been closed for 30 years, connecting the garden to the museum plaza. Over 60 outdoor sculptures will be (re)installed after undergoing conservation assessment and treatment. With the garden slated to reopen in late 2026, this internship will center around all facets of the sculpture garden revitalization: installation (including lifting, rigging, onsite assembly), maintenance and treatment, acquisition processes, and documentation. The participant will assist conservators in carrying out a variety of conservation treatments on the outdoor sculpture collection, document sculpture treatments through treatment reports and digital documentation, learn the properties and application of a range of conservation materials, and utilize specialized tools and analytical equipment in the performance of their daily activities. The outdoor sculpture annual maintenance conservation treatments may include washing, the application of protective surface coatings, and structural repairs. Only completed applications submitted through SOLAA will be considered. Applications must be completed via https://solaa.si.edu <https://solaa.si.edu/> no later than March 18, 2026. Please refer to the attached PDF for a full description of the internship, the stipend, and the application process. This internship opportunity is open to US citizens and non-citizens. ------------------------------ Sarah Montonchaikul Objects Conservator Washington, DC ------------------------------ 6.From: Stephanie Schraeder Posted: Monday March 9, 2026 5:27 PM Subject: International Foundation for Cultural Property Protection - 27th Annual Conference – April 18–22, 2026 | New Orleans Message: IFCPP 27th Annual Conference, Seminar & Exhibits Starts: Apr 18, 2026 Ends: Apr 22, 2026 Location: Higgins Hotel & Conference Center New Orleans, Louisiana, USA Associated with: International Foundation for Cultural Property Protection (IFCPP) Professionals working in museums, conservation, libraries, archives, and cultural heritage protection are invited to join the 27th Annual Conference, Seminar & Exhibits hosted by the International Foundation for Cultural Property Protection (IFCPP), taking place April 18–22, 2026 in New Orleans, Louisiana. The conference brings together professionals responsible for protecting and supporting cultural institutions to share practical strategies, case studies, and professional perspectives on cultural property protection and institutional resilience. Conference sessions will explore topics including: • Cultural property protection and risk management • Museum and collections security • Emergency preparedness and disaster response • Cultural heritage protection strategies • Institutional resilience and operational planning • Emergency management planning for large cultural events and public gatherings The program includes presentations, workshops, and peer discussion with professionals working across cultural heritage protection, security, conservation, and institutional operations. More information: https://ifcpp.org <https://ifcpp.org> Contact: International Foundation for Cultural Property Protection (IFCPP) https://ifcpp.org <https://ifcpp.org> Rob Layne Chief Executive Officer [email protected] ------------------------------ Stephanie Schraeder Executive Assistant International Foundation for Cultural Property Protection Denver United States ------------------------------ 7.From: Anna Graff Posted: Monday March 9, 2026 7:56 PM Subject: Plywood marquetry delamination Message: Hello, We have two works of art that are marquetry inset into plywood, made in Brazil, by Max Rezler, I believe around the 1960s. The plywood layers have started to delaminate. In order to flatten and reattach the layers, I am considering a humidity chamber to make the wood more pliable. My concern is that I don't know what, if any, adhesives were used and I'm concerned that a humidity chamber might cause the small wood pieces to become loose. Right now, the top still feels fairly smooth, with the pieces still attached, despite the bowing, but I can feel some of the edges starting to come up, but just barely. I am also in a very dry climate and the artwork has been here for at least 20-30 years. Does anyone have experience with this type of material and situation that could advise me? Thank you. ------------------------------ Anna Graff Conservator LDS Church History Museum Salt Lake Cty United States ------------------------------ You are subscribed to "Global Conservation Forum (ConsDistList)" as [email protected]. To change your subscriptions, go to http://community.culturalheritage.org/preferences?section=Subscriptions. To unsubscribe from this community discussion, go to https://community.culturalheritage.org/HigherLogic/eGroups/Unsubscribe.aspx?UserKey=d16eaa87-0f69-494b-9f2f-303dbc1222e1&sKey=fab9aa4f27a04c5d876e&GroupKey=757a8f16-505f-4323-8e74-e376757aa9f7.
