[Consdistlist] CCAHA's Upcoming Conference, Dec 5-6 in Philadelphia, PA

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CCAHA is proud to announce our 2019 conference, STRIKING THE BALANCE: ACCESS 
VS/ PRESERVATION IN MUSEUMS

December 5 - December 6

Museum of the American Revolution
101 South Third Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
amrevmuseum.org

Innovative educational strategies have revolutionized how art and artifacts are 
presented to diverse audiences, as a variety of communication styles and 
learning preferences are considered. Programs that incorporate touch 
experience, adaptive exhibition environments, and interactive digital 
encounters relay the story for all. Even the work of conservators and museum 
professionals may be presented as part of the storytelling, as creative 
approaches to accessibility and collections care evolve. Yet, these approaches 
may seem at odds with preservation. The need for accessibility in museums 
requires a delicate balance between preservation and making materials available 
and understandable to a large audience with diverse needs. Strategies for 
promoting access with responsible stewardship is the focus of this conference.

This two-day conference includes the opportunity to explore interactive 
exhibits and a new special exhibition, Cost of Revolution: The Life and Death 
of an Irish Soldier, at the Museum of the American Revolution.

Topics include:
- Touch programs with preservation handling
- ADA considerations in house museums
- Conservation on exhibit
- Digitization for accessibility
- Sensory sensitivity and visitor experience
- Giving access to university museum students

To register, go to: 
https://ccaha.org/events/striking-balance-access-vs-preservation-museums


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[Consdistlist] CCAHA Job Posting - Preventive Conservation Fellow, Philadelphia, PA

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Preventive Conservation Fellow
Conservation Center for Art & Historic Artifacts


The Conservation Center for Art & Historic Artifacts (CCAHA) in Philadelphia is 
seeking a Preventive Conservation Fellow.  This is a full-time, twelve month 
fellowship position starting September 1, 2019.  This position contributes to 
the mission of CCAHA through implementation of surveys, educational programs, 
outreach, and information services to libraries, archives, museums, historical 
societies, and other organizations and individuals.



The responsibilities of this position include conducting on-site preservation 
needs assessments and risk assessments with written reports; assisting 
institutions with emergency preparedness initiatives; writing 
preservation-related bulletins and articles for publication; developing, 
presenting, and organizing educational programs and workshops; and providing 
technical information via telephone, e-mail, and in print on preservation 
topics.  The Preventive Conservation Fellow will also complete a 
research/demonstration project based upon the development and implementation of 
targeted preventive conservation recommendations at a collecting institution. 
This fellowship position offers potential for professional growth through 
varied and challenging activities.



Qualifications include training in and a thorough understanding of preservation 
principles, practice, and issues; excellent written, verbal and interpersonal 
communication skills; ability to work independently; MS in Conservation, MA in 
Museum Studies, or MLS (or equivalent); familiarity with conducting and writing 
preservation assessments and other planning documents for cultural 
institutions; and talent in teaching and public speaking.  Candidates with some 
background or demonstrated interest/experience in conservation treatment and/or 
preventive conservation will receive preferential consideration.  Travel is 
required.

Send letter of application, resume, writing sample, and three references via 
email with the subject line "Preventive Conservation Fellow Application" to:  
Ms. Dyani Feige, Director of Preservation Services, Conservation Center for Art 
& Historic Artifacts, dfe...@ccaha.org.  Deadline for 
applications is April 5, 2019.



Aja Davis
Preservation Services Assistant

CONSERVATION CENTER
FOR ART & HISTORIC ARTIFACTS

t 215.545.0613 ext. 300
f 215.735.9313

264 S. 23rd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103

CCAHA.ORG 

This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended 
solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. Any 
views or opinions presented in this email are solely those of the author and do 
not necessarily represent those of CCAHA.


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[Consdistlist] EXPOSED: The Exhibition of Paper-based Materials, Philadelphia, PA

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Join the Conservation Center for Art & Historic Artifacts 
(http://www.ccaha.org) and the Barnes Foundation (http://barnesfoundation.org)  
as they present “EXPOSED: The Exhibition of Paper-based Materials”.

About the Symposium
Light is the essential problem for museum and conservation professionals 
responsible for works on paper: to view and appreciate these artifacts, you 
must have light; however, all visible, UV, and infrared exposure has 
cumulatively negative effects. The display of works on paper is a balancing 
act—museums are aware of the causes of deterioration but need to make artifacts 
accessible.

What questions should be asked when a work on paper is requested for 
exhibition? This symposium will address strategies to manage the exhibition of 
works on paper while balancing preservation. A variety of approaches will be 
presented at the symposium, including the use of lighting design, 
microfadeometry as a risk assessment strategy, and facsimiles. Case studies 
will offer approaches to challenging exhibition lighting, with the Barnes 
itself as one case study.

Registrants are invited to visit the Conservation Center for Art & Historic 
Artifacts (CCAHA) on Thursday, April 4, from 5:00 - 6:00 pm. CCAHA conservators 
will offer demonstrations on a variety of facsimile options and discuss 
conservation treatment to works on paper.

This symposium is intended for conservators, curators, and staff responsible 
for the care and exhibition of works on paper in museum collections.

Registration Details

Reception at CCAHA
Thursday, April 4, 2019 | 5:00 - 6:00 pm

Symposium at the Barnes Foundation
Friday, April 5, 2019

Registration and Refreshments | 8:00 - 9:00 am
Program | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Location
Barnes Foundation
Comcast NBCUniversal Auditorium
2025 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA 19130

Fees
$75 CCAHA/Barnes Foundation members
$100 non-members

Register here: https://goo.gl/ujBzEv


About the Barnes Foundation
The Barnes Foundation is a non-profit cultural and educational institution that 
shares its unparalleled art collection with the public, organizes special 
exhibitions, and presents programming that fosters new ways of thinking about 
human creativity. The Barnes collection is displayed in ensembles that 
integrate art and objects from across cultures and time periods, overturning 
traditional hierarchies and revealing universal elements of human expression. 
Home to one of the world’s finest collections of impressionist, 
post-impressionist, and early modern paintings—including the largest groups of 
paintings by Pierre-Auguste Renoir and Paul Cézanne in existence—the Barnes 
brings together renowned masterworks by such artists as Henri Matisse, Pablo 
Picasso, Amedeo Modigliani, and Vincent van Gogh, alongside ancient, medieval, 
Renaissance, and non-Western art as well as metalwork, furniture, and 
decorative art.

The Barnes Foundation was established by Dr. Albert C. Barnes in 1922 to 
“promote the advancement of education and the appreciation of the fine arts and 
horticulture.”

About CCAHA
The Conservation Center for Art & Historic Artifacts (CCAHA) is a nonprofit 
conservation facility specializing in the treatment of works on paper, 
photographs, and books through conservation and state-of-the-art digital 
imaging services. Founded in 1977, CCAHA serves collecting institutions and 
private individuals. CCAHA’s preservation services staff present educational 
programs, conduct preservation assessments, and develop emergency preparedness 
plans. CCAHA also offers fellowships, fundraising support, and disaster 
assistance.


Aja Davis
Preservation Services Assistant

CONSERVATION CENTER
FOR ART & HISTORIC ARTIFACTS

t 215.545.0613 ext. 300
f 215.735.9313

264 S. 23rd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103

CCAHA.ORG 

This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended 
solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. Any 
views or opinions presented in this email are solely those of the author and do 
not necessarily represent those of CCAHA.


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[Consdistlist] CCAHA Job Posting - Director of Conservation - Philadelphia, PA

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The Conservation Center for Art & Historic Artifacts (CCAHA) seeks a senior 
level conservator with specialization in paper, book, or photograph 
conservation to serve as our Director of Conservation for our laboratory in 
Philadelphia, PA.  The Director of Conservation will manage, maintain, develop 
and strengthen CCAHA's conservation services while working externally to 
advance the Center's position as a national leader in the documentation, 
treatment, and preservation of cultural heritage.  We seek a strategic thinker 
with a willingness to embrace innovation in advancing CCAHA's goals and manage 
multiple priorities.
The Director of Conservation is part of CCAHA's highly collaborative leadership 
team and heads a dynamic team of conservators, senior level conservation 
assistants, conservation and housing technicians, and post-graduate fellows.  
The Director of Conservation has both internal and external facing 
responsibilities and interacts regularly with Board members, clients, community 
partners, and funders.  She or he must maintain awareness of trends and best 
practices in the field of conservation and also have an interest in and 
familiarity with the needs of our museum, library, and archives clientele.
The Director of Conservation's responsibilities include managing the Center's 
conservation lab; assigning and scheduling treatments; working with clients to 
develop and execute conservation treatment, preservation housing, digitization, 
and consulting projects and communicating throughout the process; acting as a 
mentor and consultant to conservators and technicians during conservation 
treatments; reviewing and approving reports; maintaining the departmental 
budget; taking an active role in business development; and representing CCAHA 
with external partners via conference presentations, educational events, and 
meetings.
The ideal candidate will have an  Master's of Arts or Science degree in art 
conservation or Master's degree in library science, art, or art history plus a 
certificate of advanced study in conservation accompanied by significant 
experience working in the field of conservation.  She or he will have a desire 
to work as part of a team, have prior supervisory experience, and a willingness 
and ability to travel to meet with clients and represent CCAHA at conferences.

The salary is commensurate with experience.  CCAHA offers an excellent benefits 
package. Preference will be given to applicants that are eligible to work in 
the United States.

To apply please send a cover letter and CV to 
cc...@ccaha.org and reference Director of Conservation 
Search in the subject line. The position will remain open until filled, with 
preference given to candidates that submit their application package by January 
21, 2019.

If you would like to discuss the position or have questions please contact 
Laura Hortz Stanton at lhortzstan...@ccaha.org

A full job description can be found at www.ccaha.org.


Aja Davis
Preservation Services Assistant

CONSERVATION CENTER
FOR ART & HISTORIC ARTIFACTS

t 215.545.0613 ext. 300
f 215.735.9313

264 S. 23rd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103

CCAHA.ORG 

This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended 
solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. Any 
views or opinions presented in this email are solely those of the author and do 
not necessarily represent those of CCAHA.



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[Consdistlist] Preserving Modern and Contemporary Museum Collections Conference: The Now On View, Philadelphia PA

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We invite you to join this one-day conference presented by the Conservation 
Center for Art & Historic Artifacts (CCAHA) and hosted by at the Pennsylvania 
Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA).

About The Conference

Caring for modern and contemporary collections is a continually evolving 
challenge. The 20th and 21st centuries present a vast array of new materials 
that have left collections staff in uncharted territory as they address 
unprecedented preservation problems. Colors change and fade, structures lose 
their integrity, and material components become obsolete. Museums and other 
collecting institutions must understand the long-term needs of these items in 
order to determine appropriate priorities for conservation, storage, 
exhibition, documentation, and digitization. In presentations and 
artist/conservator conversations, this conference will explore ways to 
anticipate, plan for, and address preservation concerns in modern and 
contemporary collections. Attendees will have opportunity to experience 
Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts galleries of American art, which will 
feature a major contemporary exhibition, Rina Banerjee: Make Me a Summary of 
the World.

Topics include:
*  Considering what to save
*  Exhibiting modern materials
*  Artist/conservator relationship
*  Storage scenarios
*  Legal issues
*  Registration Details

Date:  Tuesday, December 4, 2018
Time:  9:00am - 5:00pm
Location:  Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, Philadelphia, PA

Fees:
$150 Non-members
$125 CCAHA members
$90 Students (includes a student networking lunch)

To register: goo.gl/Wg36HJ
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, November 20, 2018

About PAFA
Founded in 1805, the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts   is America's first 
school and museum of fine arts. A recipient of the National Medal of Arts, PAFA 
offers undergraduate and graduate programs in the fine arts, innovative 
exhibitions of historic and contemporary American art, and a world-class 
collection of American art.  PAFA's esteemed alumni include Mary Cassatt, 
Njideka Akunyili Crosby, Thomas Eakins, William Glackens, Barkley Hendricks, 
Violet Oakley, Louis Kahn, David Lynch, and Henry Ossawa Tanner.

About CCAHA
The Conservation Center for Art & Historic Artifacts (CCAHA) is a nonprofit 
conservation facility specializing in the treatment of works on paper, 
photographs, and books through conservation and state-of-the-art digital 
imaging services. Founded in 1977, CCAHA serves collecting institutions and 
private individuals. CCAHA's preservation services staff present educational 
programs, conduct preservation assessments, and develop emergency preparedness 
plans. CCAHA also offers fellowships, fundraising support, and disaster 
assistance.

Funding for this program has been generously provided by the National Endowment 
for the Humanities, with additional support from the William Penn Foundation.

Aja Davis
Preservation Services Assistant

CONSERVATION CENTER
FOR ART & HISTORIC ARTIFACTS

t 215.545.0613 ext. 300
f 215.735.9313

264 S. 23rd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103

CCAHA.ORG 

This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended 
solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. Any 
views or opinions presented in this email are solely those of the author and do 
not necessarily represent those of CCAHA.


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[Consdistlist] CCAHA Job Posting - Paper Conservator - Philadelphia, PA

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Paper Conservator
Conservation Center for Art and Historic Artifacts

Summary: The Conservation Center for Art and Historic Artifacts, a non-profit 
institution providing conservation and preservation services since 1977 is 
seeking a paper conservator for a full-time, permanent position.  This position 
offers potential for professional growth through varied and challenging 
treatment on a wide variety of paper artifacts.  The candidate should have 
demonstrated ability in both fine art and archival collections treatment.  
Ability to work with peers as part of a team is essential, as is the ability to 
plan and structure one's own treatments according to a schedule.

Responsibilities: The Conservator will build relationships with clients, 
discuss treatment options and desired outcomes, write condition reports and 
treatment proposals including estimated costs of treatment, execute 
conservation treatments, and occasionally travel to participate in preservation 
assessments and on-site projects.  The ability to assist in presenting 
educational materials in a workshop setting is desirable.

Qualifications:
The candidate should be a graduate of a recognized conservation training 
program with at least one year additional experience, and the ability to plan 
and execute conservation treatments on a variety of media and types of paper 
artifacts.   Though the candidate will work in the Paper Section, some book 
conservation experience is desired.  Excellent written and oral communication 
skills are essential.Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the 
Unites States.   Salary is commensurate with experience.  A generous benefits 
package is provided.

Interested applicants should send résumé, three sample treatment reports, and 
three professional references to:  Mary Schobert, 
mschob...@ccaha.org Director of Conservation, 
Conservation Center for Art and Historic Artifacts, 264 S. 23rd Street, 
Philadelphia, PA  19103.  Priority review will be given to application 
materials received by September 21, 2018.


Aja Davis
Preservation Services Assistant

CONSERVATION CENTER
FOR ART & HISTORIC ARTIFACTS

t 215.545.0613 ext. 300
f 215.735.9313

264 S. 23rd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103

CCAHA.ORG 

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solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. Any 
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[Consdistlist] Register now! Preserving Modern and Contemporary Museum Collections Conference

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The Conservation Center for Art & Historic Artifacts (CCAHA) 
(http://www.ccaha.org) is pleased to present Now On View: Preserving Modern and 
Contemporary Museum Collections on September 12-13, 2018 at The Broad in Los 
Angeles, California.

Caring for modern and contemporary collections is a continually evolving 
challenge. The 20th and 21st centuries presented a vast array of new materials 
that have left collections staff in uncharted territory as they address 
unprecedented preservation problems. Colors change and fade, structures lose 
their integrity, and material components become obsolete. Museums and other 
collecting institutions must understand the long-term needs of these items in 
order to determine appropriate priorities for conservation, storage, 
exhibition, documentation, and digitization. This two-day conference will 
explore ways to anticipate, plan for, and address preservation concerns in 
modern and contemporary collections.

Topics include:

--Exhibiting modern materials
--Preservation of time-based media
--Preservation within the balance of the law
--Artist/conservator relationship
--Considering what to save

This program is intended for collections care staff responsible for modern and 
contemporary materials in museums.

To register or view a pdf of the brochure, please visit https://bit.ly/2L27x0Y.
VoCA Partnership

On day two of the conference, a dynamic session presented in partnership with 
VoCA (Voices in Contemporary Art) 
(http://www.voca.network) will focus on building relationships with artists. 
How might the artist's voice become a key resource for the museum professionals 
who preserve their work? A keynote presentation by Chad Alligood, Independent 
Curator and Vice President of VoCA's Board of Directors, will address the 
importance of engaging the artist in the stewardship of their work. Next, a 
case study discussion will explore an existing artist/conservator relationship: 
a conversation between Rachel Rivenc, Project Specialist in the Collections 
Department at the Getty Conservation Institute, and artist Larry Bell. A 
presentation by Lauryn Guttenplan, Associate General Counsel at the Smithsonian 
Institution, will shed light on the legal and ethical aspects of working with 
and interviewing artists.

These offerings will demonstrate how building strong, lasting relationships 
with artists—preserving their words alongside their work—is a vital aspect of 
contemporary collections care.

About Our Host:

The Broad
221 S. Grand Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90012

The Broad (http://thebroad.org) is a contemporary art museum founded by 
philanthropists Eli and Edythe Broad on Grand Avenue in downtown Los Angeles. 
Designed by Diller Scofidio + Renfro in collaboration with Gensler, the museum 
offers free general admission. The Broad is home to the 2,000 works of art in 
the Broad collection, which is among the most prominent holdings of postwar and 
contemporary art worldwide, and presents an active program of rotating 
temporary exhibitions and innovative audience engagement. The 
120,000-square-foot building features two floors of gallery space and is the 
headquarters of The Broad Art Foundation’s worldwide lending library, which has 
actively loaned collection works to museums around the world since 1984. Since 
opening in September 2015, The Broad has welcomed more than 1.7 million 
visitors.

CCAHA will present Now! And Then? Preserving Modern and Contemporary 
Collections in Libraries and 
Archives
 on October 24 – 25, 2018 at the Center for Jewish History, New York, NY.




Aja Davis
Preservation Services Assistant

CONSERVATION CENTER
FOR ART & HISTORIC ARTIFACTS

t 215.545.0613 ext. 300
f 215.735.9313

264 S. 23rd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103

CCAHA.ORG 

This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended 
solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. Any 
views or opinions presented in this email are solely those of the author and do 
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[Consdistlist] CCAHA Job Posting - Conservator and Preventive Conservation Specialist - Southeastern United States

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The Conservation Center for Art & Historic Artifacts (CCAHA) is seeking a 
full-time Conservator and Preventive Conservation Specialist with a 
specialization in paper, photograph, or book conservation to work with our 
clients in the Southeastern United States. This is a grant-funded two year 
position, which CCAHA expects will become a permanent position at the end of 
the grant period. Working closely with CCAHA's senior management team, the 
selected candidate will be responsible for identifying and cultivating clients 
in the Southeast by carrying out surveys and assessments, educational 
programming, business development activities, examinations and estimates, and 
conservation treatments. After a training period at CCAHA's main office in 
Philadelphia, the Conservator and Preventive Conservation Specialist will work 
remotely but can expect frequent communication, collaboration, and in-person 
contact with the Philadelphia-based staff.  Frequent travel is a requirement of 
this position.

(The complete job listing is available here: 
http://www.ccaha.org/careers/conservator-and-preventive-conservation-specialist)
 

Please send letters of interest and resumes to: 

Laura Hortz Stanton
Executive Director
CCAHA
264 S. 23rd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Or via email to lhortzstan...@ccaha.org.

***Please note: Laura Hortz Stanton will be in attendance at the AIC Conference 
May 29-June 2 in Houston, Texas. If you are attending the conference and 
interested in this position, she will be available for coffee meetings to 
discuss it in person.

About Us:
The Conservation Center for Art & Historic Artifacts (CCAHA) is a nonprofit 
conservation facility specializing in the treatment of works on paper, 
photographs, and books through conservation and state-of-the-art digital 
imaging services. Founded in 1977, CCAHA serves nonprofit cultural 
institutions, private individuals, and other collecting organizations. CCAHA's 
preservation services staff present educational programs, conduct preservation 
assessments, and develop emergency preparedness plans. CCAHA also offers 
fellowships, fundraising support, and disaster assistance.



Aja Davis
Preservation Services Assistant
 
CONSERVATION CENTER
FOR ART & HISTORIC ARTIFACTS
 
t 215.545.0613 ext. 300
f 215.735.9313
 
264 S. 23rd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
 
CCAHA.ORG 
 
This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended 
solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. Any 
views or opinions presented in this email are solely those of the author and do 
not necessarily represent those of CCAHA.
 


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