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Pests, such as beetles and moths, can pose significant risks to collections. Below are a variety of resources and tools for you to utilize when preparing and dealing with pests.
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Every month, RAP hosts a learn-and-connect session focusing on different topics and issues cultural heritage institutions face.
Pests, such as beetles and moths, can pose significant risks to collections. This month’s Quick Tips session, Pesky Pests: Pest Management in Collections, from the Wyoming State Historic Records and Advisory Board (SHRAB), presents practical pest management methods, featuring Molly Marcusse of the University of Wyoming Art Museum.
Pest Management - 11/20/25
Pest Management - 11/20/25
Molly Marcusse's Resources and Recommendations
Molly Marcusse's Resources and Recommendations
Molly Marcusse has also provided a list of resources and links to the materials described in the presentation.
Supplies
Trapper Insect Traps – set of 90: https://a.co/d/d42hoIK (Amazon link)
Reusable Mouse Traps: https://a.co/d/cQswxpo (Amazon link)
Environmental Monitoring Supplies
Expensive option: Conserv https://conserv.io/
Provides the most information
Subscription based and has ongoing costs
Mid-range option: HOBO Dataloggers
https://www.onsetcomp.com/products?f%5B0%5D=environment%3A336
Many can connect to cell phone or computer for easy data monitoring
Low cost option: Hygrometer that can be purchased from hardware store or online
Requires manual checking by staff/volunteers
Free Professional Resources
American Institute for Conservation: https://www.culturalheritage.org/home
Resources page: https://www.culturalheritage.org/resources/collection-care
Connecting to Collections Care: https://connectingtocollections.org/
Conserv Community: https://community.conserv.io/feed
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