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Prepare and restore objects in a museum collection.

Museum Technicians and Conservators restore, maintain, or prepare objects in museum collection. They may work with things like fossils, plants, textiles, or art. They may arrange them in exhibits.

Wages	$19.20 per hour on average
Outlook	The outlook is Excellent
Education & Training	Bachelor's degree is needed for entry.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Art History, Criticism and Conservation Cultural Resource Management and Policy Analysis History, General
On the Job	Work Activities Construct exhibits or parts of exhibits. Prepare materials for preservation, storage, or display. Discuss problems or issues with supervisors. Maintain operational records. Record research or operational data. Research topics in area of expertise. Plan community programs or activities for the general public. Enter information into databases or software programs. Evaluate characteristics of archival or historical objects. Inspect materials or equipment to determine need for repair or replacement.
Career Pathways	Recreation, Amusements and Attractions
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