Institute Overview - Illuminating the Past

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What you will learn:

Spend the week immersed in a unique learning experience where centuries-old books and manuscripts meet cutting-edge technology. Our comprehensive curriculum blends hands-on exploration of rare materials with advanced digital techniques, empowering you to bridge the past and future of non-destructive cultural heritage recovery.

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Through expert-led sessions, you’ll discover:

• Multispectral imaging (MSI) for revealing hidden text

• Innovative, academic image processing techniques

• Creation of detailed 3D models

• Deep insights into material history and preservation

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Every participant receives:

• A travel stipend to explore archives of their choice

• Innovate, exploratory technology to apply in your home archives

• The opportunity to develop an independent research project

• Support from experts as you investigate texts and artifacts in your community

• A chance to contribute to an upcoming edited collection on advanced imaging of historical overlooked cultural heritage spaces

Each course component combines practical experience with valuable theoretical knowledge taught by field experts, ensuring you develop both technical competency and a grounded understanding of historic materials.

Preliminary Schedule:

Day	Schedule
Monday (June 16)	“From Damage to Discovery: MSI” “Material Analysis & Document Handling”
Tuesday (June 17)	“Related Technologies” “Paleography & Codicology”
Wednesday (June 18)	“3D Things: Making Space” “Texts of All Sorts”
Thursday (June 19)	“Image Processing” “Project Management & Interdisciplinary Collaboration”
Friday (June 20)	“What to do next: Data, Digital Mappa, and Public-Facing Platforms” “Libraries and Accessible Technology”

*schedule subject to change

Questions?

Email [email protected] with questions or for more information.

The material on this page is based upon work supported by the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) under grant # HT-301540-24. Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this website do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities.