Protecting and Preserving Art and Culture

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ICA, founded in Oberlin, OH in 1952, was the nation’s first regional art conservation center.

ICA-Art Conservation (ICA) protects, preserves, and enriches our shared heritage of art and material culture through conservation, advocacy, and education. ICA is a unique arts, culture, and education organization that provides access to conservation expertise, knowledge, and skill for all stewards of material cultural through services and programs.

As a nonprofit educational institution, ICA works with arts, culture, education, history, neighborhood, public, and private partners to make our communities stronger and more successful by educating about material culture and sharing the means to preserve works of art and other cultural treasures for people today and for future generations.

What We Do

Art Conservation for the Nation

Conservation Services

Let ICA help you care for your artwork with specialized conservation services, aimed at preserving its beauty for years to come.

Preservation Services

Protect and maintain the integrity of your invaluable art and cultural artifacts, ensuring their longevity for future generations

Education & Engagement

Learn about our process up close with lab tours and hands-on workshops. Learn to preserve and protect your own irreplaceable objects with free webinars.

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Join us in shaping the next era of service for ICA-Art Conservation.

Partnering with ICA provides unique opportunities to support art conservation and education. Learn about how organizations can work with us to enhance our community’s cultural resources.