Disaster Response

Textiles are among the most sensitive of museum collections and therefore are prone to damage when unforeseen events occur. These can include:
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• Mold growth as a result of climate-control failure or persistently poor environmental conditions
  
  
• Water damage from burst pipes, clogged drains, roof leaks, rain infiltration, or sewage backups
  
  
• Soot and smoke damage from fires and furnace puff backs
  
  
• Insect infestations or rodent damage

Museum Textile Services can provide on-site assistance identifying levels of damage, prioritizing recovery steps, and training staff and volunteers. We can also help you write a disaster-response policy. Our conservation team can remediate damage to your collection by surface cleaning, wetcleaning, and dry cleaning. New storage solutions may also be necessary depending on the level of damage to the facilities. 

We are experienced with insurance company practices and can provide reporting to substantiate your claim, and help you get the funds you need to repair and rebuild.

For disaster-response resources click here.