Upcoming Workshops!
FULL In-Person Introduction to the Care of Paintings
Host Site: American Swedish Institute- Minneapolis, MN
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 10:00am – 4:00pm
This full-day, hands-on workshop will provide an overview of the methods and materials used in preservation of paintings. The workshop will begin with an introduction to different types of paintings and their supports, agents of deterioration, identification and understanding of common condition issues, forms of damage, and how to reduce or slow down the risk of deterioration. Discussion will cover handing, storage, and display guidelines, including lighting and environmental considerations. The second half of the day will comprise of demonstrations and hands-on sessions. The emphasis will be placed on safe handling and movement, surface dusting (as well as when it is or is not appropriate), and framing using appropriate materials. Options for backing boards, shims, hanging hardware, etc. will be demonstrated. Participants will also learn about proper handling and storage of rolled and unstretched canvases.
Instructor: Rita Berg, Senior Paintings Conservator
Registration is full– contact [email protected] to be added to the waitlist!
Thanks to funds provided by the State of Minnesota from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund through the Minnesota Historical Society.
FULL In-Person Hinging Works of Art on Paper
Host Site: Weisman Art Museum- Minneapolis, MN
Tuesday, October 6, 2026 10:00am – 4:00pm
This hands-on workshop for up to 10 participants will provide instruction on the techniques and materials used in hinging works of art on paper. Participants will begin by making wheat starch and water-tearing Japanese paper for hinges. They will progress to hinging study collection examples provided and will leave with a mock-up of what they have done.
Instructors: Dianna Clise, Senior Paper Conservator + Rebecca Clendinen, Paper Conservator
Registration is full– contact [email protected] to be added to the waitlist!
Thanks to funds provided by the State of Minnesota from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund through the Minnesota Historical Society.
Coming Soon
Stay tuned for specific dates and locations of these workshop offerings:
In-Person Introduction to the Care of Textiles
In-Person Safe Storage
On-Demand Workshops
These one-day events can be brought directly to your institution. Contact us for more details and pricing.