Multidisciplinary Conservation. A Holistic View for Historic Interiors

Multidisciplinary approach to the conservation of historic interiors is the subject of the ICOM-CC Joint Interim Meeting to be held in Rome on March 23-26, 2010, at the Complesso Monumentale di San Michele, seat of the Italian Ministry of Cultural Heritage and Activities. The Stenditoio Hall will host five ICOM-CC Working Groups gathered to discuss historic, environmental, and technical aspects on the conservation-restoration of objects that differ in techniques and materials, but as a whole they make up a unique context to be preserved.

The meeting will consist in three days of presentations. Sessions will be dedicated to the main theme of the event that highlights specific projects focussing on interdisciplinary approaches, historical and methodological aspects, environmental issues, conservation techniques, and guidelines for preventive conservation and maintenance. Each working group will also have the opportunity to present and discuss contributions and on-going research programmes related to its specific area of interest.The last day will be reserved for technical visits to conservation laboratories and historical houses.
The official language of the conference will be English.