Archaeological Conservation:
            Specialized Techniques and Research for Wet Objects
 
                         Professional Development Workshop
 
                            November 2-5, 1998
                                   at the
                   Canadian Conservation Institute (CCI)
                              Ottawa, Canada
 
Wet archaeological materials present special challenges to the conservator.
Improper treatment can result in irreparable damage.  There has been
considerable progress in the conservation of these materials over the last
two decades, but there are many practical and scientific aspects of the
assessment and treatment of wet archaeological objects that are not well
understood. CCI is actively involved in research and treatment development
in this area.
 
This intensive, four-day workshop will focus on the research, analysis, and
treatment of wet organic materials, iron, and iron composites and combines
presentations, hands-on experiences, lab tours, and demonstrations.
 
This workshop will develop your ability to:
- assess the physical and chemical aspects of wood and wood deterioration;
 -judge the effectiveness of wood treatments;
 -understand the use of PEG and PEGCON;
 -reduce biological hazards and practice safe disposal of chemical waste;
 -evaluate the condition of untanned and semi-tanned skin and assess
treatments;
 -use several methods to dry wet organic materials;
 -understand iron corrosion and the special characteristics of wood/iron
composites;
 -monitor chloride levels of treatment solutions for iron;
 -apply the techniques of scientific analysis to archaeological materials.
 
Special features of the workshop:
 
-  lab tours of CCI and the new Ontario Service Centre (Canadian Parks
Agency)
 - basketry, leather and iron research project updates
 - session on the Parylene coating process
  -review of conservation procedures for baleen.
 
Instructors: Scientists and conservators from CCI and the Canadian Parks
Agency.
 
Participants should have practical experience in the conservation of wet
archaeological materials.  Conservation students and archaeologists with a
special interest in the area are welcome.
 
Fee: CAN $500
Registration deadline: October 2, 1998
(maximum 20 participants)
 
For further information please contact:
 
Mary-Lou Simac
Client Services
Canadian Conservation Institute
1030 Innes Road
Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0M5
CANADA
 
Tel. (613) 998-3721 Fax. (613) 998-4721       E-mail:
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CCI reserves the right to cancel the workshop if registration is
insufficient.