Rehousing and Preventive Care of Collections Workshop

Description

Are you looking to better care for your collection? Wondering how to handle, display, and pack your treasures safely?

Join us for an engaging one-day workshop focused on disaster preparedness and the care, handling, and storage of your beloved collections. Gain invaluable insights from expert conservators from the State Library of South Australia and Artlab Australia.

In this workshop, you'll explore:

• basic preventive conservation practices to protect against common causes of damage and decay
• effective disaster preparedness strategies for cultural materials
• how to make a book cradle for exhibitions and enclosures for housing your collections using conservation-grade materials.

This is an excellent opportunity for curators, archivists, art volunteers, and students to deepen their knowledge and skills. 

FAQs

How do I get to the State Library by public transport?

The 'State Library, Art Gallery, Museum' tram-stop is just outside the State Library. There are bus stops close by, near the War Memorial on North Terrace. The closest train station is the Adelaide city station on North Terrace.

You can plan your journey via Adelaide Metro.

Is there car parking near the State Library?

The nearest car park is Wilson's Adelaide Central car park, 225 North Terrace, next to David Jones.

There is paid (metered) street parking along Kintore Ave and Victoria Drive.

Where is the wheelchair and stroller access?

Access to the Spence Wing first floor and the Mortlock Chamber is via the lift in the glass foyer entrance of the library.

There is on-street disabled parking available on the nearby roads. View more information and maps of Adelaide City Council's Disability parking for permit holders.

How do I check if the Mortlock Chamber is open when I plan to visit?

The Mortlock Chamber may close for private events, check our opening hours for any closure times.

When it is open you can visit the Mortlock Chamber on the ground floor to look at the exhibition bays.  The upper levels of the Mortlock Wing include quiet study areas.

Is there a cafe at the State Library?

Yes, the State Library Cafe is open Monday to Friday from 8am to 4pm and Saturdays from 12 to 4pm.

Find out more about the cafe and resident organisations at the State Library.