On Saturday, Jan. 11 at 1 p.m., Aimee Bryant, director of the Sheerar Museum of Stillwater History, and Registrar Ashlie J. Hight will present “Family Heirloom Preservation.”  The presentation will go into more depth on caring for the types of items displayed in the exhibit.

“Most of the collections care done in museums can be practically applied to your precious family heirlooms,” said Bryant.  “Most museums do not employ a full time conservator due to the prohibitive costs of conservation, therefore they rely upon preventative measures.  The goal in collections care is to protect objects from damage and to do nothing to an object that could not be easily reversed.” 

Bryant and Hight will discuss tips for damage prevention and provide instructions about handling, cleaning, display and storage.  They will share practical dos and don’ts, as well as where to find resources to help preserve heirlooms.