On May 9, from 2:00–3:30 PM, the Old Schwamb Mill will host conservationist Allison Jackson for a special talk on historic reproduction framing at the Harvard Art Museums.

Jackson will present her recent conservation project involving Ford Madox Brown’s La Rose de l’Infante (1876), focusing on the research, design decisions, and technical challenges behind recreating a historically appropriate frame after the loss of the original. The talk will explore Brown’s role as a frame designer, the use of archival and scholarly sources, and the significance of framing in restoring context and presence to a work of art.

The Old Schwamb Mill is on the National Register of Historic Places. The Mill was built in 1981 as a woodworking workshop. Originally making a variety of wood products, one of which is still practiced at the Mill today; Oval or round frames. Today’s finely crafted frames are sold to individuals and organizations through out the U.S. and beyond.

Space is limited. Seating is available for approximately 45 attendees, with additional standing room as space allows, so plan to arrive early!

DATE: Saturday, May 9

TIME: 2 – 3:30 PM

LOCATION: Old Schwamb Mill, 17 Mill Lane, Arlington, MA 02476

This program is offered by the Old Schwamb Mill as part of the Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature, Culture & History, an annual month-long celebration showcasing events and activities hosted by local partners celebrating the unique places, objects, and stories of the Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area. Hidden Treasures programs are free and open to the public. Click to discover more Hidden Treasures!