The Washington Conservation Guild (WCG) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization of conservation professionals dedicated to preserving art and historic materials.

Founded in 1967, WCG serves as a regional forum for its members and as a resource to the public for learning about the care of personal collections.

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Extension! 3-Ring Circus: Call for Speakers

The abstract deadline is extended to COB November 20, 2026. Photo by erictompkins on Unsplash The Washington Conservation Guild’s celebrated 3-Ring Circus is returning this season! The event will be held at the … Read More
Announcements

CANCELLED Community Partnership Project 2026/2027

“This Saturday’s (10/31) Community Partnership Project clinic event in collaboration with The Army Historical Foundation (AHF) has been CANCELED. We appreciate everyone’s interest and support, and we look forward to sharing … Read More
Community Partnership Projects
Hillwood Estate

“Interwoven: A Tradition of Textiles” Discussion and Tour of the Exhibition at Hillwood Estate, Museum, and Gardens

Please join the Washington Conservation Guild for the 3rd gathering of the 2026/2027 Season“Interwoven: A Tradition of Textiles”Discussion and Tour of the Exhibition atHillwood Estate, Museum, and Gardens With Julia … Read More
WCG Meeting Announcements

LATEST OPPORTUNITIES

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Conservation Program Internships (The Library of Congress Conservation Department)

Job: Conservation Internship (Paper, Photographs, or Books Conservation) Pay/Hours/Benefits: A small stipend (~ $10,000) is offered to supplement the funds provided to the students in the U.S. conservation graduate schools during … Read More
Internships / Fellowships
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Historic Structures Intern (National Capital Region Preservation Services)

Job: Historic Structures Intern Pay/Hours/Benefits: This is a full-time position at $24.50 per hour, funded for a total of 1200 hours (approximately 6-7 months of full-time employment). All NCPE internships accrue … Read More
Internships / Fellowships

Conservation Intern (National Park Service Harper’s Ferry Center)

Job: Conservation Intern at Harpers Ferry Center Pay/Hours/Benefits: This is a full-time position at $18.50 per hour, funded for a total of 1200 hours (approximately 6-7 months of full-time employment). All … Read More
Internships / Fellowships