Somali National Library
Lecture

Somali Manuscripts Preservation Talk

Date

February 28, 2026

Time

14:00 - 16:00

Location

Main Building, Reading Room 2

Capacity

34 / 60 registered

No registration required. Just show up!
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An informative talk by Dr. Amina Hassan, Chief Conservation Officer at SNL, on the latest techniques for preserving fragile manuscripts in challenging climates.

Topics Covered

  • Climate control for manuscript storage
  • Repair techniques for damaged pages
  • Dealing with mold and insect damage
  • Digital preservation as backup
  • Case studies from SNL's restoration projects

About the Speaker

Dr. Amina Hassan has over 20 years of experience in manuscript conservation, having worked with major libraries across East Africa and the Middle East. She leads SNL's conservation team.

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