Classes, Training, & Workshops

From pre-school to graduate school, we’ve got you covered.

These courses are ready-to-go and can be adjusted based on training goals and group size, and can be shared in-person or remotely.

Learn the core principles of preventive conservation and how simple, proactive practices can protect collections, reduce risk, and extend the life of your art and artifacts.
Discover how clear, consistent documentation supports collections care through condition reports, written descriptions, photography, and diagrams.
Explore how storage, display, temperature, humidity, light, and housing work together to create safe environments for collections. This program can also include a hands-on workshop where participants build a four-flap preservation box.
An introduction to practical preservation techniques, including handling, storage, cleaning, and risk management for everyday collections care.
Demystify dew point and learn why it matters for collections, climate control, and preventing moisture-related damage to your treasures.
Learn how objects are made, why materials age differently, and how understanding manufacture informs better preservation decisions.
Learn the basics of Integrated Pest Management and how monitoring, prevention, and early detection help protect collections from pests.
Explore standard practices for maintaining outdoor sculpture, including routine inspections, documentation, cleaning, and identifying environmental risks.
Follow the preservation journey of a Holocaust-era Torah scroll and explore how community voices shape ethical conservation decisions.
Learn practical approaches to preserving Judaica while honoring the cultural, religious, and communal significance of these unique objects.
Discover the surprising connections between medieval Japanese textile traditions and Jewish prayer shawls through materials, craftsmanship, and conservation.
Explore the history, construction, significance, and use of Torah scrolls as both sacred objects and cultural heritage.
A fun, interactive introduction for young learners exploring why we preserve old objects and the stories they help us tell.