How do they match: Museum Technicians and Conservators

  • Museum Technicians and Conservators

  • Conservation Specialist
  • Lace and Textiles Restorer
  • Paper and Prints Restorer

  • Specialize in particular materials or types of object, such as documents and books, paintings, decorative arts, textiles, metals, or architectural materials.
  • Perform on-site field work which may involve interviewing people, inspecting and identifying artifacts, note-taking, viewing sites and collections, and repainting exhibition spaces.
  • Repair, restore, and reassemble artifacts, designing and fabricating missing or broken parts, to restore them to their original appearance and prevent deterioration.

  • Inspect materials or equipment to determine need for repair or replacement.