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.
NEXT MEETING
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WCG Member Tour of Pierce Mill/Rock Creek Park
Saturday, September 12th,3:00–4:30 pm Location: 2401 Tilden St NW, Washington, DCParking: there is a lot across the streetNearest Metro station:Cleveland Park (Red line)See website for … Read More
LATEST NEWS
2025-2026 Season Community Partnership Project Summary: GFWC Women’s History and Resource Center
Overview WCG’s 2025–2026 Season Community Partnership Project took place at the General Federation of Women’s Clubs Headquarters at 1734 N St NW, Washington DC, on April 11, 2026. Over 30 … Read More
Community Partnership Projects, Outreach, WCG Meeting Summaries
Frame Donation Event (National Gallery of Art)
The National Gallery of Art is pleased to invite you to a frame donation event hosted by the Paper Conservation Department. When: Wednesday, September 30th, 2026 9:00AM – 12:00PMWhere: NGA Warehouse, 2000 … Read More
External Events
Call for Applications: Sidney S. Williston Memorial Fund for Emerging Professionals
Award applications are now open for Emerging Professionals during the 2026-2027 Season The Williston Fund supports all of WCG’s Emerging Professional members by providing networking opportunities through social activities, lab tours, workshops, and … Read More
Emerging Professionals, Williston Fund
LATEST OPPORTUNITIES
Call for Volunteers, 2026/2027 Season
Would you, or someone you know, like to volunteer with us?New WCG Board Members are needed to help share responsibilities of the organization. *Emerging professionals who serve on the WCG … Read More
Volunteer Opportunities
Hometown Treasures: Capital Regional – Call for Volunteers
About Hometown Treasures Hometown Treasures is a national education initiative that inspires individuals, families, and communities to preserve their personal and community history by learning how to care for treasured … Read More
External Events, Volunteer Opportunities
Paintings Conservator (National Gallery of Art)
Job: Paintings Conservator (2 positions) Pay/Hours/Benefits: These two full-time salaried positions at the GS-13 and GS-14 levels respectively. Review of the federal General Schedule (GS) pay scale for Washington, DC workers … Read More
