Art Conservation and Textile Preservation Quiz

What inspired Gwen Spicer to pursue a career in art conservation?

• A family tradition of art conservation

• A college course in art history

• A high school volunteering experience at an art gallery

• Her grandmother's influence in sewing and embroidery

Which of the following is NOT a field that contributes to art conservation according to Gwen?

• History

• Studio Art

• Physics

• Mathematics

What is the main goal of conservation as opposed to restoration?

• To maintain as much of the original as possible

• To enhance the colors of the artifacts

• To make artifacts look new again

• To replicate historical artifacts

Which museum's flags is Gwen currently working on?

• Metropolitan Museum of Art

• West Point Museum

• Smithsonian Museum

• National Gallery of Art

What does Gwen hope her work will achieve for future generations?

• Hold back time and allow enjoyment of artifacts

• Replace damaged artifacts with new ones

• Increase the monetary value of artifacts

• Create replicas for educational purposes