Individuals

Join as an Individual

Whether you are a conservator, conservation scientist, collection manager, registrar, curator, librarian, archivist, art handler, conservation supplier or service provider, or a professional in another field related to cultural heritage conservation, we welcome you to join our community of like-minded individuals dedicated to the field of cultural heritage conservation.

  limited-time offer  

$14/month*

Get remainder of the year for free!
Membership expires on December 31, 2026.

*billed in one-time payment of $184 or split into installments over three months.

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Member Benefits

Newsletter

Stay informed on national and international conservation news, research, and issues with our quarterly newsletter, which regularly features position openings and new products, publications, and techniques, and our monthly email updates.

Journal

Stay up-to-date on groundbreaking research with four annual issues of our journal, as well as access to back issues, which contain treatment articles, book reviews, and short notes on current conservation issues, scientific studies, and technical procedures.

Member Directory

Search by name, designation, organization, location, e-mail address, specializations, and/or interests in our online member directory of more than 3,500 members and organizations.

Online Community

Get access to our online community, a discussion board that connects members and fosters conversation and collaboration among professionals at all stages in their career. 

Member Meetups

Join fellow members for online member-only monthly meetups that feature informal topic discussions and presentations from various committees and groups within the organization.

Groups and Networks

Join various groups and networks, which provide a technical focus for educational exchange and a way to connect with your peers in your specialty through programs and publications.

Professional Development Discounts

Receive special rates for our annual meeting and continuing education to keep your skills up-to-date and build lifelong connections with other conservation professionals.

Academic Research Discount

Receive a 50% discount on JPASS, an access plan for individuals that serves as your personal library card to the rich selection of journals on JSTOR.

Book and Resource Discount

Receive a 20% discount on preservation and conservation books published by Routledge. Members also receive a 20% discount in our print store.

Become a Member

Membership gives you easy access to exclusive networking and events, supportive grants and scholarships, exciting job opportunities, and timely news and announcements, which helps you plug into the field, sharpen your skills, and position yourself as a strong advocate for professionalism in cultural heritage conservation.

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