A Guide to Conservation and Preservation Terms

Book Terminology: Illustrated Guides

View and download an illustrated guide to book terminology in two parts.

Click here to download Part 1: Book Structure.
Click here to download Part 2: Conservation Treatment.

Digitization & Reproduction

We have experience with a range of digitization and reproduction projects with a variety of goals. Click here to learn more.

Matting and Framing Specifications for Objects and Paper

Choosing appropriate materials and methods for matting and framing has significant and lasting effect on the condition of paper artifacts. Click here to learn more.

Paper Conservation Terminology

A helpful glossary and downloadable handout of common paper conservation terminology. Click here to learn more. 

Photograph Conservation Terminology

A helpful glossary and downloadable handout of common photograph conservation terminology. Click here to learn more. 

Preservation Glossary

Created in partnership with Archives for Black Lives in Philadelphia, the Preservation Glossary defines useful preservation terminology and includes three chapters. Click here to learn more.