Join Museo for an enlightening evening exploring the intersection of art, ethics, and conservation!

Truth In Beauty: Ethical Conservation of a Maya Monument

Dr. Victoria Lyall, Curator for Arts of the Ancient Americas at the Denver Art Museum, will take us on a fascinating journey through the story of a carved Maya stone monument. Discover the challenges of ethical stewardship, conservation, and the responsibility museums have in presenting an object's path from archaeological site to gallery.

The monument depicts a man in profile wearing a flowing cape, surrounded by intricate Maya glyphs that hold secrets waiting to be unlocked. Dr. Lyall will decode the monument's content, explore its possible origins, and discuss the complex conservation issues surrounding such precious artifacts.

Reception: 6:00 PM. Lecture: 6:30 PM
Admission:
- General: $10
- FREE for Museo & Amigos Members (FREE with Student ID)

Registration required.

This is a rare opportunity to hear from one of the leading experts in Ancient American art and gain insight into the ethical considerations that guide modern museum practices.