Ever wonder what those little gadgets with the temperature and humidity read-outs in museum cases are all about? How about those pink-blue strips, the ones that look like a flat thermometer? Or those little baggies of orange-green beads? Conservators and Collection’s staff spend a great deal of time monitoring and making changes to the museum environment to prevent damage to artifacts. Join museum conservator Michelle Crepeau as she discusses the ways the environment can impact artifacts and what museums do to control environmental effects, including helpful tips and tricks you can apply to your own collections! The program is part of our Maritime Heritage Series, informal lectures held in the museum auditorium and focused on North Carolina’s rich maritime history, coastal environment, and culture. Admission is free, and registration is not required