University of Arizona

The Arizona State Museum at the University of Arizona in Tucson will treat 700 archaeological and ethnological ceramic vessels from its Southwest collections. Conservation steps for each vessel will include testing, analysis, and removal of old adhesives, residues, deposits, and paints; cleaning; consolidation; stabilization; and documentation. The project will include training for a graduate research assistant; the regular inclusion of students; and the development of publications, lectures, Web information, and workshops for professionals as well as the public to share the conservation process. Visitors will be able to view the ongoing conservation activities through an interpretive gallery window.