This 5-day workshop will be a collaboration between the participants and Chris, combining theoretical and hands-on approaches to treating book and paper items using the Modular Cleaning Program. It will be held at the Woodruff Library Conservation Lab at Emory University in Atlanta, GA.

In a combination of lectures and lab experimentation, attendees will discuss, test, compare, and record treatments using a range of aqueous cleaning solutions, emulsions, microemulsions and select gels to build complex cleaning systems.

To maximize time, effort, and discussions, participants should bring questions, case studies, ideas, and techniques to experiment with, examine, and share with the group throughout the week. Participants are encouraged to bring samples or de-accessioned materials for the foundation of the hands-on portion of the workshop. A small number of samples can be provided upon request. Collections materials are not recommended. 

Note: This is an intermediate-level workshop. Participants should have had previous experience with aqueous solutions and/or gels and emulsions outside of a workshop setting. 

Registration is capped at 12 participants. A waitlist will begin if capacity is reached. 

For questions or further information about the workshop, please contact Ephranette Brown at ephranette.brown@emory.edu.