INQ 251 / Honors 251 : A Scientific Look at Art: Websites

Webpage with resources for collections care. Heritage Preservation Programs transitioned to the FAIC: Foundation of the AIC.

"Responsible for the treatment, research, and long-term preservation of over 300,000 works of art in the Art Institute’s collections, the Department of Conservation and Science is integral to the museum’s mission to safeguard the world’s artistic and cultural legacy for future generations."

" ... a Special Operating Agency within the Department of Canadian Heritage, advances and promotes the conservation of Canada's heritage collections through its expertise in conservation science, treatment and preventive conservation. CCI works with heritage institutions and professionals to ensure these heritage collections are preserved and accessible to Canadians now and in the future."

"a freely accessible platform to generate and disseminate vital resources for those working to preserve cultural heritage worldwide. Through the support of the Foundation for Advancement in Conservation, CoOL is committed to growing and sustaining these resources into the future. As an authoritative and trusted source of information, CoOL serves to foster, convene, and promote collaboration."

"... supports conservation education, research, and outreach activities that increase understanding of our global cultural heritage."

Offers information on issues of cultural heritage conservation; research-driven sustainable conservation work; innovative approaches and model conservation strategies; and information and education for the cultural conservation community.

"... museum professionals and costume historians from all over the world committed to the study of all aspects of presenting, preserving, researching and collecting apparel."

"The scientific research department uses scientific techniques and instrumentation to carry out its twofold mission: research and development of new materials for use in the conservation of works of art, and investigation into the methods and materials of artists. "