Services

The Conservation Unit serves all collections held by the University Library. If an item in your collection is in need of repair, rehousing, or stabilization, choose the appropriate option below.

  • To route general collections materials for repair, please complete a green streamer (GEN204), create a work order in Alma, and send the item through Library Shipping to Preservation Services, 425 Library. Moldy or severely damaged items are best handled by placing in a sealed plastic bag and hand-carrying them as soon as possible to 425 Library.
  • To request conservation treatment of special collections, submit an online request: http://go.library.illinois.edu/conservationrequest. A conservator will respond to your request.