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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WCG CPP: 2025–2026 Season volunteers at the General Federation of Women's Clubs Headquarters

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
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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

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Archaeological Conservator (The Mariners’ Museum and Park)

Job Title: Archaeological Conservator Pay/Hours/Benefits: This is a full-time, limited-term grant funded position paying $60,000 per annum with benefits. The position is funded for 3-years. For more information about potential benefits please … Read More
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Logo with the text of "National Air and Space Museum" in white with a dynamic figure of an airplane in white on a dark blue background.

Contract Opportunity: National Air and Space Museum

Contract Opportunity: National Air and Space Museum, Smithsonian Institute Pay/Hours/Benefits: Not applicable Work Location/s: 650 Jefferson Drive SW, Washington DC 20004 Application Deadline: Bids are due by 5:30 on Sept 14th, 2026. Brief Description:  … Read More
Jobs
Library of Congress logo with the large word "LIBRARY" in back and the words "Library of Congress" smaller in orange below.

Preservation Science Technician (Library of Congress Preservation Research & Testing Division)

Job Title: Preservation Science Technician Pay/Hours/Benefits: This is a full-time position with an annual salary range of $55,736 – $75,059 per annum with benefits. For more information about potential benefits please … Read More
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