Conservation in Action: Documenting Crawford Art Gallery’s Collection
Tue 18 Aug · 12:30
Cork City Library
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Conservation in Action: Documenting Crawford Art Gallery’s Collection takes place at Cork City Library in Blackpool on 18 August 2026 at 12:30. The free event explores the hidden details beneath artworks.
Discover what secrets lie beneath the surface of artworks…
Join Crawford Art Gallery’s Dr Chiara Chillè, Conservator, and Dr Micheal Waldron, Curator of Collections and Special Projects, this Heritage Week for a rare behind-the-scenes look at the research, technology, and expertise involved in caring for and interpreting Ireland’s National Collection.
Discover how conservation preserves the physical life of artworks, while curatorial research reveals the histories, meanings, and connections that bring them to life for today’s audiences.
Because caring for a collection isn’t just about preserving objects—it’s about safeguarding their stories for future generations.
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Conservation in Action: Documenting Crawford Art Gallery’s Collection takes place on Tuesday, 18 August 2026 at 12:30.
Conservation in Action: Documenting Crawford Art Gallery’s Collection is held at Cork City Library in Cork (61 Grand Parade, Cork).
Entry to Conservation in Action: Documenting Crawford Art Gallery’s Collection is free.
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Conservation in Action: Documenting Crawford Art Gallery’s Collection
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Conservation in Action: Documenting Crawford Art Gallery’s Collection takes place at Cork City Library in Blackpool on 18 August 2026 at 12:30. The free event explores the hidden details beneath artworks.
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Discover what secrets lie beneath the surface of artworks…
Join Crawford Art Gallery’s Dr Chiara Chillè, Conservator, and Dr Micheal Waldron, Curator of Collections and Special Projects, this Heritage Week for a rare behind-the-scenes look at the research, technology, and expertise involved in caring for and interpreting Ireland’s National Collection.
Discover how conservation preserves the physical life of artworks, while curatorial research reveals the histories, meanings, and connections that bring them to life for today’s audiences.
Because caring for a collection isn’t just about preserving objects—it’s about safeguarding their stories for future generations.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Conservation in Action: Documenting Crawford Art Gallery’s Collection?
Conservation in Action: Documenting Crawford Art Gallery’s Collection takes place on Tuesday, 18 August 2026 at 12:30.
Where is Conservation in Action: Documenting Crawford Art Gallery’s Collection taking place?
Conservation in Action: Documenting Crawford Art Gallery’s Collection is held at Cork City Library in Cork (61 Grand Parade, Cork).
How much are tickets for Conservation in Action: Documenting Crawford Art Gallery’s Collection?
Entry to Conservation in Action: Documenting Crawford Art Gallery’s Collection is free.
How do I get tickets for Conservation in Action: Documenting Crawford Art Gallery’s Collection?
Tickets for Conservation in Action: Documenting Crawford Art Gallery’s Collection can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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