Professional Development Workshops

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Discover workshops, webinars, and self-study resources developed for conservation and collection care professionals.

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Upcoming Workshops

Title Instructors Location Cost Dates
Polarized Light Microscopy Kirsten Moffitt, Aaron Shugar

SUNY Buffalo, Buffalo, NY

 $760 AIC members, $912 non-members

July 27-31, 2026

Apply by May 17!

Stain Reduction for Photographs Toshi Koseki, Jennifer McGlinchey Sexton Museum of Fine Art Houston, Huston, TX TBD December 2026

Self-Study Courses

Title Description Cost

Inclusive Mentorship

Gain a better understanding of what to expect from a mentor/mentee relationship with this series that includes two videos with resources. Free
Handling and Maintenance of Historic House Collections This series includes four webinars on key concepts around preventive conservation practices, which are essential in caring for historical sites and the objects they house. Free
Photographic Chemistry for Preservation This series explores key elements of photographic chemistry that are essential to understanding the nature of silver-based analog photographs, their creation, and their deterioration mechanisms.  Free (except newest module is $19)

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We work to develop high-quality professional development programs on a broad range of topics to enhance continuing education for conservation professionals. Request a topic, recommend an instructor, or offer to host a future professional development workshop at your institution.

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