Exciting news for our members: Restauratoren Nederland is hosting a three-day workshop on Hydrogels in Conservation this November! Matthew Cushman, will teach us how gel systems work and can be matched to treatment needs. The workshop is open to conservators of any specialization.

To accommodate more participants, we’re hosting two practical sessions for 20 participants each. A full day of online lectures is included and accessible for non-RN-members as well.

Find the detailed program via the link SAVE THE DATE – Cushman workshop

Workshop Details:

  • Online Lecture: November 18, 2024
  • Practical Session 1: November 19-20, 2024
  • Practical Session 2: November 21-22, 2024
  • Location: CollectieCentrum Nederland, Amersfoort

Workshop Highlights:

  • Comparative survey of several gel systems
  • Introduction to new biopolymer hydrogels
  • One full day of online lectures and Q&A
  • Two days of hands-on, in-person practical sessions

Registration fee:

  • Registration opens on: September 1, 2024
  • Online Lecture: €30 (accessible to non-RN-members as well)
  • Full Workshop Session 1 or 2, including online lecture: €200 (RN members only)

Note: This is just a save-the-date announcement. Please do not attempt to register now. Registration opens on September 1st.
Stay tuned and mark your calendars! 🗓️

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