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Curator's Tip #1

Curators Tip #1

By: carriecutchens OffLine

On: 3/26/2010 3:36 PM

It is hard to believe it is almost April already. Spring is finally here with all its changes, warmer weather and higher humidity. As spring turns to summer and our temperatures and humidity rise, it is important to remember that these changes also affect our valuables. Rapid and frequent fluctuations in relative humidity create stress as materials change shape. Alternately absorbing and losing moisture increases internal stresses in materials such as wood, paper, and... Read More

Welcome to the Collections Blog!

Welcome to the Collections Blog!

By: carriecutchens OffLine

On: 11/2/2009 11:20 AM

Welcome to the new C’mon Collections Blog! I am excited to begin introducing the collection to everyone. I plan on using this forum to share the most recent news regarding the collection and offer advice on caring for your personal collections and family treasures. Did you know that C’mon is one of a few children’s museums in the country that has a permanent collection of artifacts? The bulk of our 2,000 + collection is the Dr. Ernestine O’Connell... Read More
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