It Grows in the Damp: Treating Mold in Collections

Guardians of Memory: Preserving the National Collection

03/16/2026 11:39 AM EDT

At some point, almost every institution has to deal with mold on collection items, whether from a leaking pipe or maybe even donated material. If left untreated, mold can spread to other items and potentially cause health problems. Learn how Conservation staff assess, isolate, and treat collections affected by mold in order to return those items back to circulation.

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