Inside the Lab: Conserving Special Collections at the Rylands

The University of Manchester Library

John Rylands Research Institute and Library

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This event takes place in the Collections Care Lab Visit the Collection Care Laboratory at the Rylands and step into the world of conservation in action. This is your chance to go behind the scenes and discover how we care for the Library’s extraordinary Special Collections.&nbsp;&nbsp;From magnetic mounting to papyri glazing, explore some of our recent conservation projects and learn about the techniques and decisions that shape our work. Whether you're curious about how fragile objects are stabilised for handling and display, or want to understand the thought processes behind conservation choices—this is your opportunity to ask questions and connect with our team of Conservators.&nbsp;&nbsp;Come and see how we balance accessibility with preservation to safeguard the Library’s collections for current and future generations.&nbsp;

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