Gallery Talk, Behind the Scenes: Preparing Textiles and Objects for Ceremonial Dress from Southwest China: The Ann B. Goodman Collection

How does the Gallery prepare to exhibit historic garments and accessories made from such diverse materials as tree bark, horsetail, and fish skin? In this behind-the-scenes discussion, Alicia Van Campen, Museum Technician, and Mary Wilcop, Postgraduate Associate in Objects Conservation, walk visitors through the exhibition Ceremonial Dress from Southwest China: The Ann B. Goodman Collection and explain the mount making, conservation, and teamwork required to safely display these incredible examples of Chinese artistry and craftsmanship.

Space is limited.