This week’s blog is written by our new conservation Intern, Holly, who is working on a collections rationalisation project within the rare books department…
I am now beginning my third week as an Intern here at the conservation studio, and thought I would take the time to briefly introduce myself and the project.
I am a current student at the University, studying for an MSc in Book History and Material Culture. The opportunities provided through this degree since it’s commencement in September have allowed me to realise fully a long-held belief in the irreplaceable importance of cultural heritage, and I soon wanted to get involved and gain experience in the field of conservation. As such, I have been a volunteer in the conservation studio since January, and when the advert for this internship was brought to my attention, I jumped at the chance.
Holly working in the studio