Clemson Conservation Center
The Clemson Conservation Center is now entering into its second year and still going strong. One of the many buildings being brought back to life on the Former Charleston Naval Complex, it is the perfect place for the restoration of marine type artifacts, including the H.L. Hunley and two full size cannons from the USS Alabama. This facility is considered to be one of the finest of its kind in the world.
Not only are there great archaeological and conservation projects happening at the Conservation Center, but there is also sophisticated research taking place too. Research scientists are working diligently on new processes for advanced conservation of metals.
As some may know, the City of North Charleston donated approximately 82 acres of land to the University which helped make this proposal of the Clemson University Restoration Institute a growing work in progress. The Conservation Center will serve as one of the principal supporting materials laboratory for all of Clemson’s low-country programs.
Continuing work is taking place on the conservation of the H.L. Hunley submarine, which was also honored as an ASM Historical Landmark this past year, joining the company of others such as the Liberty Bell and the Eiffel Tower.
ALL NEW!
The Clemson Conservation Center has added a signification amount of equipment in the past year that can lend to the local business community. Click here for more information.
