This event is in the past.It took place on March 19, 2026 at Hatcher Graduate Library.

Conservation Close-up 1
Arts & Crafts
Conservation Close-up 2
Conservation Close-up 3
Conservation Close-up 4

Conservation Close-up

March 19 at 4pm

At Hatcher Graduate Library

Burns Park, Ann Arbor

๐ŸŽCollect stamps at 4 open houses for a prize
๐Ÿ”ฌAsk about multi-band imaging on rare materials

Peek behind the curtain at how fragile treasures survive centuries. Conservators demonstrate binding repairs, paper washing, and technical imaging that keeps rare books alive for future readers.

Hands-on demonstrations
Library archives
Behind-the-scenes access
Monthly open house