Basic Collections Techniques
This four day training is aimed at those just starting to work in natural history collections or those who would like to update their knowledge.
Event information
Date: 24th – 27th February
Time: 9am – 5pm
Organiser: Museum für Naturkunde Berlin (Museum of Natural History)
Venue: Online
Cost: Free
Basic Collection Techniques is an introductory module on care and management of natural history collections aimed at people that have limited experience with collection work or those who wish to update their knowledge.
This training will consist of three main types of content: a block on preventive conservation, a block on documentation, digitization and labelling and an introduction to collection types including aspects of dry and wet collections with their specific requirements.
This training will provide a brief insight into the most essential topics of basic collection care and management, including aspects of preservation and preventive conservation.
View the full programme for Basic Collection Techniques and Shipping Workshop.