Art and science are often seen as diametrically opposed endeavors, but they are linked through conservation science, a field that applies scientific approaches to understanding how cultural heritage objects were made. From finding fakes to busting myths conservation scientists reveal the complex stories behind the objects displayed on the museum’s walls.
In this talk, Cory Rogge, Director of Conservation, will share some of her favorite tales from the art/science interface, the secrets that a closer look reveals, and why this matters!