CULTURAL RESOURCES
Laboratory and Collections Management
aci consulting’s laboratory staff appreciates and applies the principles of modern collections management. With years of experience in standard archival collections management, laboratory staff efficiently process database inventories, archival document management techniques, and artifact stabilization and storage. Staff experience includes historic and prehistoric North American artifact curation.
Rehabilitation of Archaeological Collections
Artifact curation from a generation ago was completed with the best of materials and intentions. The updating and rehabilitation of these collections is an important step in preserving the nation’s heritage. aci consulting’s laboratory staff is well-positioned to prepare records for archival storage, database development, photography, digitization, and the use of specialized archival storage media for fragile artifacts.
Our services include:
- Preparation of collections for long-term curation
- Conditions assessments of curation facilities
- Treatment plans for collections and facilities
- Exhibit design, production, and installation
- Condition assessments of artifacts
- Conservation of metals, bone, textiles, and leather
- Development of long-range conservation plans
- Implementation of collections management programs