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 Member Meeting and Tour of the National Building Museum’s Northwestern Terra Cotta Collection

WCG Member Meeting and Tour of the National Building Museum’s Northwestern Terra Cotta Collection With Nancy Bateman, Director of Collections; Bryn Cooley, Collections Manager; and Katie Terrell, Cataloger, Northwestern Terra … Read More
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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
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LATEST OPPORTUNITIES

Job Title: Associate Book and Paper Conservator Pay/Hours/Benefits: This is full-time salaried position paying $77,813.00 per annum. The Walters Art Museum provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, prescription, … Read More
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Eric Weinmann Head of Conservation and Preservation (Folger Shakespeare Library)

Job Title: Eric Weinmann Head of Conservation and Preservation Pay/Hours/Benefits: This is a salaried position with an annual pay of $110,000-$115,000. Total compensation includes an extensive benefits plan, including fully-covered … Read More
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Rare Book and Paper Conservator (LAC Federal)

Job Title: Rare Book and Paper Conservator Pay/Hours/Benefits: This is a full-time, salaried position paying $$75,000 – $105,000 per annum with benefits. LAC Federal offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, … Read More
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