Museum Conservation Institute, Research facility at Smithsonian Institution in Suitland, United States.
The Museum Conservation Institute conducts research on preservation methods for artifacts, artworks, and specimens within the Smithsonian collections.
Established in 1963, the institute developed scientific techniques to protect and restore cultural objects for the Smithsonian Institution collections.
Scientists at the facility analyze materials from diverse cultures, ranging from ancient textiles to modern art pieces through specialized equipment.
Located at 4210 Silver Hill Road, the institute maintains laboratories for material analysis, preventive conservation, and treatment development.
The institute houses specialized equipment for molecular research, including mass spectrometers and electron microscopes for artifact examination.
Location: Prince George's County
Inception: 1963
Part of: Smithsonian Institution
Address: 4210 Silver Hill Road, Suitland, Maryland 20746
Website: http://si.edu/mci
GPS coordinates: 38.84307,-76.93975
Latest update: November 6, 2025 18:00
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