Conservation At The National Archives: Bugs And Preventive Conservation

Woolly bears, silverfish and clothes moths: preserving The National Archives Collection from pests.

Staff from our Collection Care department will talk about how they prevent the nation’s history from being damaged by insects and other pests. The talk will include real historical documents, advice on identifying the most common harmful insects and their favourite food sources, and an opportunity to see them magnified. 

The talk will include interactive props and tools of the trade for you to handle, including the opportunity to examine some pests up close and personal under a microscope.

We run an exciting range of events and exhibitions on a wide variety of topics. For more details, visit nationalarchives.gov.uk/whatson. 

Entrance to The National Archives is free and there is no need to book, see nationalarchives.gov.uk/visit for more information.