About this Exhibit
Conserving and Preserving Our Collections
WITH OVER 27,000 PRE-1900 BOOKS, the official records of the College, and the private papers of illustrious figures in our special collections, the John M. Kelly Library has the responsibility to ensure their continued accessibility and use. With this in mind, the Library developed and built the Conservation Studio to preserve and conserve our collections. The opening exhibit in 2017 focused on materials housed in the Kelly Library and explored conservation methods that would ensure the longevity of these materials.
Exhibit
- February 28 to June 30, 2017
Curated by
- Jessica Barr
Designed by
- Sheila Eaton
Read about the Conservation Studio
Maintaining and Preserving our Collections
Conservation Studio Opening and Lecture
Conservation Studio Opening
A book cover needing repair (left) and props for supporting damaged materials (right)
Supporting Learning and Teaching
Sewing camaraderie
Archivist Jessica Barr (right) explains Conservation Studio equipment to St. Mike’s staff (from left to right): Martyn Jones, Simon Rogers, Noelle Gadon, and David Hagelaar
Conservator Natasa Krsmanovic testing the Studio’s equipment
The bright and spacious Conservation Studio serves as an experiential learning centre for St. Michael’s College students. Students learn about bookbinding and participated in sewing the chapbooks for the Cumhdach imprint. The Kelly Library also hosts conservation-related lectures and tours for students, alumni and guests.
The Conservation Studio, 3rd Floor, Kelly Library
Natasa Krsmanovic explains how to repair a book spine
Saddle-stitching Cumhdach in the Conservation Studio
Conservation Studio equipment & tools
Students learning about book binding
Library staff repairing damaged materials
