Preservation Enclosures for Books and Archives

This is an in-person workshop.

Preservation enclosures are one of the best way to protect books from dust, light, and the environment. In this workshop we’ll make two enclosures to house and protect books and papers using archival board and adhesive.

Students should bring 1 to 2 smaller paperback books to use in making the enclosures.

Learning goals:

Review preservation needs of books and paper collections
Understand the methods behind individual techniques and how they assist in the preservation of the object
Apply enclosure construction using knowledge gained and materials provided
Complete preservation enclosures and evaluate the effectiveness of the materials

Date and Time: Tuesday, February 27, 2024, 4pm – 6:30pm

Location: Bissell Building, Learning Hub, 4th floor

Instructor: Andrew Huot, Conservator, Big River Bindery