A Review of the Concept and Strategic Actions of Preventive Conservation

Noghani, Somayeh

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A Review of the Concept and Strategic Actions of Preventive Conservation

Somayeh Noghani ^*

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Preserving cultural heritage demands a strategic synthesis of scientific, technical, and policy-driven measures to safeguard irreplaceable assets for future generations. Preventive conservation, as a proactive and evidence-based approach, addresses the inevitable material degradation accelerated by environmental and human factors. Beyond regulating environmental conditions, its effectiveness lies in integrating precise documentation, advanced digital modeling and simulation, continuous monitoring, optimized storage and transport, crisis management planning, and legal and insurance frameworks. Sustained success requires interdisciplinary collaboration among specialists in conservation, risk management, heritage law, and education, underpinned by systematic risk identification, assessment, and prioritization. This study critically examines these interlinked dimensions, presenting a holistic framework that enhances resilience, prolongs the lifespan of cultural artifacts, and strengthens the sustainability of cultural heritage. By positioning preventive conservation as both a scientific methodology and a strategic management paradigm, the article underscores its indispensable role in ensuring the enduring survival of humanity’s shared legacy.

Keywords: Museum, Conservation, Preventive Conservation, Risk Management.

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Type of Study: Research, Original, Regular | Subject: Documentation of historical-cultural, museum objects and architectural decorations
Accepted: 2025/06/21 | Published: 2025/06/21

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