Materials Conservation Unit

We specialise in the preservation of archaeological and ethnographic objects, rare books and archives, and biology and geology collections. Respect for communities' cultural property are always a major factor in our decisions.

Who we are & what we do

We aim to preserve the Museum's collections and improve accessibility.

Materials Conservation Unit
Conservation Staff
Hey! Talk to the hand!
Revealing some of our conservators

Videos

Watch our team in action!

It's a wrap! How to bag a canoe
Lapita Pot Reconstruction
The making of Egyptian Treasures Art of the Pharaohs
Historic taxidermy storage project

Conservation Tips

Find out how to combat mould, hang paintings, save heirlooms and more.

How do I prevent insects damaging my artworks?
How do I clean mould off of my cultural artefacts?
What is the best way to hang an Aboriginal bark painting on a wall?
What is the safest way to store textiles?

Treatments

Check out some conservation treatments undertaken by our staff.

Who's your mummy? Conservation makes a surprise discovery.

Materials Conservation Unit

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Treatments

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