This network supports the growing number of conservators and related professionals challenged with the preservation of contemporary art by:
- Providing a forum to exchange knowledge and ideas across material specializations
- Encouraging recognition of the topic as a distinct practice within the profession that requires specific training, skills, and knowledge
- Supporting and advocating for the most informed and appropriate care for contemporary art in the US and worldwide.
Its mission focuses on:
- Creating a network of professionals committed to the topic by supporting current members and encouraging membership among non-members.
- Developing and promoting programming for the annual meeting.
- Hosting in-person and online networking and exchange opportunities.
- Organizing research projects, workshops, and publications.
- Identifying new tools required and providing training and professional development opportunities.
- Working with related groups worldwide to develop common standards, vocabularies, and competencies.
- Encouraging the development and expansion of training for contemporary art conservators in the US.
- Promoting standards and best practices both within and outside the conservation profession.