Learn some first aid tips from one of our archaeological conservators on how to look after your wet ivory and bone objects.
In this workshop, Luisa Duarte ARC will talk about looking after waterlogged ivory and bone objects – whether from the Thames or further afield.
It will involve a presentation discussing what to do from the moment a waterlogged ivory or bone object is found, some tips on how to identify ivory and how to best store your object to ensure their long-term survival.
There'll be opportunities to ask questions and get to look at ivory and bone under the microscope to better understand their differences and help identification.
This event is run in partnership with ICON Archaeology Group (Institute of Conservation) and CIFA Finds group (Chartered Institute of Conservation).
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Daily 10am-5pm
Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas Day & Boxing Day
Please note that we will need to start clearing the galleries 20 minutes before closing time.
Exclusions and safety measures
The safety measures n place include the option to book a free ticket in advance to manage capacity, and free-standing hand sanitiser stations at key touch points and entrances. Screens will remain in place at welcome desks, till points and food services, and there will be a continued enhanced cleaning regime throughout all our galleries.
