Preserving Your Family Heirlooms

Many families have mementos of the past that they cherish and want to preserve for the future. Learn how to protect your family heirlooms in your own home. The session will cover the most common types of family heirlooms, such as paper, photos, textiles, ceramics, and furniture. Topics will include handling, storage and cleaning. Participants are welcome to bring small items that they are concerned about preserving to the session for discussion. The instructor is Starlyn D'Angelo, former SHS Director and an experienced museum curator.