Program Overview

Program Overview

The program "Archives and libraries between tradition and conservation" is a training course offered by the University. The course is part of the AICS project, code AID: "Support for the restoration and enhancement of two unique sites in the universal cultural landscape: the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and the Terra Santa Museum," CUP H27B.

Program Details

• ID: 33710
• Course type: Corso di formazione
• Academic year: 2025/2026
• Tuition fee: Euro 400
• CFU: 10
• Admission deadline: November 30, 2025

Educational Goals

The training course aims to provide participants with a first approach to knowledge of cultural heritage within libraries and archives. It seeks to raise awareness about the importance of cultural heritage awareness and the fundamental role of prevention. Theoretical lessons are designed to provide knowledge of the forms of collection and archiving of written heritage, as well as the acquisition of ethical principles of conservation, regulations, and guidelines adopted internationally, and the typology of materials conserved in libraries and archives.

Practical Component

Each phase of the practical part of the course will be directly followed by a cultural heritage restorer who will detail the technical methodologies of preventive conservation intervention and will ensure that participants are directly involved in operations that do not pose risks or require prior experience.

Program Structure

The program is directed by Pietro Vannicelli and is part of the Department of Ancient Sciences and the Faculty of Letters and Philosophy.

Additional Information

• Department: Dipartimento di scienze dell'antichità
• Faculty: Facoltà di Lettere e Filosofia
• The program offers a comprehensive approach to the conservation and management of cultural heritage, combining theoretical knowledge with practical experience.