In our state-of-the-art lab, CCAHA’s expert conservators will share some of the exciting projects that they’ve been working on – whether they be rare books, unique works of art, or priceless historical documents. Continue reading
Tag: Conservation Center for Art and Historic Artifacts
Movement & Change in the Archives – October 16, 2024
The Free Library of Philadelphia, in partnership with the Delaware Valley Archivists Group, is hosting a free, interactive community fair featuring unique pop-up displays, demonstrations, and table top activities showcasing how movement and change are both documented in and catalyzed by their archives. Continue reading
Philadelphia Lantern Slide Salon – October 12, 2017
The 2017 Philadelphia Lantern Slide Salon will showcase glass lantern slides from the special collections of several Philadelphia institutions projected from an historic lantern projector in the Wagner’s Victorian-era lecture hall. Continue reading
Conservation Center for Art & Historic Artifacts Tour – October 15, 2013
Tuesday October 15, 3:00-4:00
Tour of the Conservation Center for Art & Historic Artifacts
264 South 23rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Please RSVP to Sarah Darro at sdarro@ccaha.org. Tour limited to 15 people.
Conserving Einstein’s Globe: Paper Conservator Minah Song consolidating the fragile surface of the globe using wheat starch paste applied with a brush
The Conservation Center for Art & Historic Artifacts (CCAHA) is the largest nonprofit conservation laboratory in the United States, serving other nonprofit cultural, educational, and research institutions, as well as private individuals and organizations. Founded in 1977, CCAHA specializes in the treatment of works of art and historic artifacts on paper, photographs, and books, as well as works on parchment and papyrus, and provides state-of-the-art digital imaging services. CCAHA’s conservation and preservation services staff develop and present educational programs; conduct preservation assessments; provide assistance with preservation planning; and develop emergency preparedness plans. Additionally, CCAHA’s development department provides fundraising and grant writing support to nonprofit institutions seeking assistance for preservation and conservation projects.
Archives Month Philly 