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CoOL
CoOL or "Conservation OnLine" is a project of the Stanford University Libraries directed toward the conservation of library media, archives and museum materials.
(AIC) The American Institute for Conservation of Historic & Artistic Works
The American Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works (AIC) is the national membership organization of conservation professionals dedicated to preserving the art and historic artifacts of our cultural heritage for future generations.
The Getty Conservation Institute
The Getty Conservation Institute (GCI) works internationally to advance the field of conservation through scientific research, field projects, education and training, and the dissemination of information in various media.
AMOL
Australian Museums and Galleries Online conservation reference section.
Australian Institute for the Conservation of Cultural Material, Inc.
In Australia, the national organisation for conservators and people interested in the preservation of cultural material is the Australian Institute for the Conservation of Cultural Material Inc. (AICCM) Conservation covers the related activities of preservation and restoration and concerns the maintenance and safety of cultural material. The term "Cultural Material" refers to all types of objects, ranging from the purely functional through to the purely decorative. It encompasses all items of historic, aesthetic, sentimental and monetary value.
CAMEO
CAMEO is a searchable encyclopedia developed at the Conservation and Collections Management Department at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. CAMEO contains chemical, physical, visual, and analytical information on over 10,000 historic and contemporary materials used in the conservation, preservation, and production of artistic, architectural, and archaeological materials.
Peebles Island Resource Center
The six conservation laboratories that are part of the Peebles Island Resource Center (PIRC)were established in 1974 as a unit within the Bureau of Historic Sites of the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP). For over a quarter century, the PIRC conservation labs located in a rehabilitated textile factory in Waterford, New York, have provided state-of-the-art conservation and collections care to OPRHP's State Historic Sites, State Historic Parks and State Parks. Since 1986 this high level of preservation support has also been provided under contract to government clients within New York State.
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Object Conservation Links
Conserv O Grams
They are short, focused leaflets about caring for museum objects, published in loose-leaf format.
National Committee on Carved Stones in Scotland
The National Committee on Carved Stones in Scotland was formed in 1993 to co-ordinate responses to the threats of damage and destruction faced by Scotland's carved stones from the weather and other natural and human causes. It is an independent body composed of Representative Members from Scottish national organisations, plus a Chairperson, and up to three co-opted Individual Members.
Men of the Stones
A Society advocating the use of stone and other natural and local building materials for encouraging
craftsmanship and preserving good architectural qualities
The Hornemann Institute
The non-profit Hornemann Institute offers information and services in the field of conservation and restoration.
Western Association for Art Conservation (WAAC)
WAAC, the Western Association for Art Conservation, is a nonprofit membership organization for professional conservators. WAAC was founded in 1975 to bring together conservators practicing in the western United States to exchange ideas, information and news. Although WAAC is specifically a regional organization for the western states including Alaska and Hawaii, any individual or institution may become a member regardless of location or national boundary. All payments to WAAC, however, must be drawn on a US bank in US dollars.
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Photography Conservation Links
Art Conservation and Resources: Care and Handling of Photography
Articles on the Care and Protection of Photograph as well as other photography and conservation related links.
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Building, Historic Site, and Grounds Preservation Links
Preservation Internet Resources
An annotated database of online preservation resources
GSA (US General Services Administration) Historic Buildings PBS (Public Buildings Service)
"Through the internationally recognized Design and Construction Excellence programs, PBS engages the best private sector architects, construction managers, and engineers to design and build award-winning courthouses, border stations, federal office buildings, laboratories, and data processing centers. It works to restore and maintain the vitality of communities where GSA has a presence."
The European Heritage Forum
A site devoted to European cultural heritage and the preservation, conservation, archiving and display thereof.
Cultural Heritage Serch Engine: Preservation and Conservation Database
A huge database of conservation, preservation and other resources relating to cultural heritage
Heritage Link
A UK based forum for those concerned with policies surrounding issues of cultural heritage.
Heritage Information
A UK based site dedicated to maintenance of historic buildings and grounds.
Building Conservation.com
A UK based site full of up to date articles, course listings and directories dedicated to conservation of buildings.
The International Committee for Documentation of the International Council of Museums (ICOM-CIDOC)
CIDOC is the international focus for the documentation interests of museums and related organizations.
The Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings
The Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings was founded by William Morris in 1877 to counteract the highly destructive 'restoration' of medieval buildings being practised by many Victorian architects. Today it is the largest, oldest and most technically expert national pressure group fighting to save old buildings from decay, demolition and damage.
Institute of Historic Building Conservation
The Institute of Historic Building Conservation (IHBC) is the professional institute which represents conservation professionals in the public and private sectors in the United Kingdom and Ireland. It has approximately 1360 members, divided between 15 branches. The Institute exists to establish the highest standards of conservation practice to support the effective protection and enhancement of the historic environment.
British & Irish Archaeological Bibliography
The CBA is the principal UK-wide non-governmental organisation that promotes knowledge, appreciation and care of the historic environment for the benefit of present and future generations.
World Monuments Fund (WMF)
World Monuments Fund is the foremost private, non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation of historic art and architecture worldwide through fieldwork, advocacy, grantmaking, education, and training.
The Urban Conservation Glossary
"...an easy reference for anyone involved in or simply interested in the built environment..."
Learning Stone
The work of the Trust has preserved the knowledge and skills of stone working on Portland through an ongoing programme in Tout Quarry, Independent Quarry and the Drill Hall. The project brings together the arts, cultural heritage, earth sciences and education in the quarry environment. Today this work forms a central part of the 'Quarry Park' initiative for Portland under the designation of World Heritage Status for the East Devon and Dorset Coast, the only natural World Heritage site in England.
National Park Service
What we do as Cultural Resources Stewards (or Caretakers) is work to be sure that America's cultural resources are carefully identified, evaluated, documented, registered, preserved, and interpreted.
The National Center for Preservation Technology and Training
NCPTT advances the use of science and technology in historic preservation. Working in the fields of archeology, architecture, landscape architecture and materials conservation, The Center accomplishes its mission through training, education, research, technology transfer and partnerships.
Heritage Preservation
Heritage Preservation helps museums, libraries, and individuals with the best preservation advice from professional conservators.
The Association for Preservation Technology
The Association for Preservation Technology International (APT) is the premier cross-disciplinary organization dedicated to promoting the best technology for conserving historic structures and their settings. With members in 28 countries, APT connects a network of architects, conservators, tradespeople, consultants, planners, curators, landscape architects, engineers, developers, educators, engineers, historians, apprentices and students.
Advisory Council on Historic Preservation
The mission of the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation is to promote the preservation, enhancement, and productive use of our Nation's historic resources, and advise the President and Congress on national historic preservation policy.
EcoIQ
The EcoIQ.com Conserving the Built Environment website is for everyone interested in making smart choices about protecting and preserving the structures and infrastructure we have already built -- choices that are both economically and ecologically intelligent.
John Leeke's Historic Home Works(tm)
Helping owners, tradespeople, contractors and professionals understand and maintain their historic and older buildings.
European Masonry Data Bank
The purpose of EMDB is to collect basic data on experimental and numerical research of masonry carried out in European countries and worldwide. The idea of collecting data was generated from need for promotion and upgrade of the efficiency of research on masonry. This is important nowadays when non-EC European countries are joining their own research potential to EC members' efforts. The data collected in EMDB will support the further development and implementation of European codes, particularly Eurocode 6, Eurocode 8 and other related European Norms. They will also help in development of testing methods, mathematical modeling of structural behavior and constructing technologies.
Masonry Advisory Council
We are dedicated to providing the public with as much general and technical information as possible about masonry design and detailing.
Preserve Net
PreserveNet is designed to provide preservationists with a comprehensive database of regularly updated internet resources and current professional opportunities.
Chicora
Chicora is a Columbia, South Carolina public, non-profit heritage preservation organization founded in 1993. Our work includes archaeological and historical research throughout the Southeastern United States, public education (primarily right here in South Carolina), and work in conservation and preservation with museums, libraries, archives, historic organizations, and private citizens. With years of experience and hundreds of projects, we are a leader in preservation efforts.
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New Media
The Canadian Heritage Information Network (CHIN)
The Canadian Heritage Information Network (CHIN) and Canadian museums work together to strengthen our collective ability to create, present and manage Canadian digital content.
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Conservation and Art Research Related Links
The Library of Congress
National Library of the USA, the Library of Congress is a tremendous resource for all manner of information, including cultural preservation.
American Society for Testing and Materials
ASTM International is one of the largest voluntary standards development organizations in the world-a trusted source for technical standards for materials, products, systems, and services.
Archival Products
Archival Products is devoted to quality service, excellent products and development of solutions for needs in the preservation community.
The Coloring Info Pages
Serving specialists in the art, science, and industry of coloring materials. We are concerned with dyes and pigments; using instruments and software to color inks, plastics, textiles, ceramics, and coatings; conservation and restoration, printing and reproduction, design, and education.
The Artists' Materials Center
The Artists’ Materials Center is an applied research organization at Carnegie Mellon University dedicated to helping museums, libraries and archives improve the ways of caring for their collections. For over 50 years The Center has been a world leader in discovering the origins of aging problems that threaten cultural property, and in developing practical and effective strategies to inhibit or avoid deterioration. The technical understanding and innovation that The Center provides enables the maintenance of our cultural heritage for future generations.
The Chicago Public Art Group
Chicago Public Art Group unites communities and artists in creating high quality public art.
Insurance Links
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IntegResource
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Metropolitan Life
nationwide.com
PDR (Paul Davis Restoration) | PLRB (Property Loss Research Bureau)
RIMS (Risk Insurance Management Society) SM (ServiceMaster) | SP (ServPro) | statefarm.com | stpaultravelers.com
USAA.COM
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