Connecting and supporting preservation across Iowa’s cultural heritage institutions.

Who We Are

The Iowa Conservation and Preservation Consortium (ICPC) is a statewide network of professionals and institutions dedicated to preserving cultural heritage. Through collaboration, training, and shared resources, ICPC supports museums, libraries, archives, and historical organizations in caring for collections and strengthening preservation practices.

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Mission and Goals

MISSION STATEMENT

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The Iowa Conservation and Preservation Consortium’s mission is to connect, progress, and support conservation and preservation activities among all Iowa cultural heritage institutions.

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Connect early-career professionals with experienced professionals to expand conservation and preservation education and assistance.

Progress conservation and preservation knowledge and practices among small and rural institutions.

Support the statewide IMALERT emergency response system.

ICPC GOALS

What We Do

  • Provide hands-on training and events

  • Share preservation resources and guidance

  • Foster professional connections across Iowa

  • Support emergency response through IMALERT

Collaboration & Community

ICPC works in partnership with cultural heritage organizations, institutions, and professionals across Iowa and the surrounding region to strengthen preservation efforts and expand access to shared knowledge and resources.

Get Involved

Join ICPC

Interested in helping shape the future of preservation in Iowa?

ICPC is seeking individuals interested in serving on the Board of Directors following SOS 2026. Board service offers an opportunity to collaborate with colleagues across libraries, archives, museums, historical societies, and other cultural heritage organizations while supporting preservation initiatives, professional development, and statewide partnerships.

Whether you are an experienced professional, an emerging preservationist, a student, or simply someone passionate about cultural heritage stewardship, we encourage you to connect with us and learn more about board service. Your perspective, ideas, and enthusiasm can help strengthen preservation efforts across Iowa.

  • Tricia Bender, ICPC President
    Collections Manager, National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library

    Felicite Wolfe, ICPC Vice President
    Curator & Collections Manager, African American Museum of Iowa

    Allison Haack, ICPC Treasurer
    Special Collections & Archives, Grinnell College Libraries

    Julia Wells, ICPC Secretary
    Assistant Grand Librarian & Curator, Grand Lodge of Iowa Masonic Library and Museum

    Jan Stoffer
    Executive Director, Butterworth Center & Deere-Wiman House

    Christine Deines
    Archivist, Palmer College of Chiropractic

    Elise Heitmann
    Museum and Collections Professional

    Morgan Smith, Student Member
    Special Collections & Archives, Grinnell College Libraries

    Marissa Schooley, Student Member
    Conservator, University of Iowa Libraries

    Amanda Latta, Non-Voting
    Administrative Assistant, Iowa Conservation and Preservation Consortium

    Nancy Kraft, Non-Voting
    Retired University Archivist, University of Iowa Libraries

  • Most board members attend one to two online meetings each month, with activity varying throughout the year. Planning periods leading up to conferences and events may require additional involvement, while other times of the year are less demanding. We strive to create meaningful opportunities while respecting the busy schedules of preservation professionals, students, and community members.

  • ICPC welcomes board members from across Iowa's cultural heritage community, including museum professionals, archivists, librarians, conservators, educators, students, local historians, and others passionate about preservation. Whether you're an experienced practitioner, emerging professional, volunteer, or retiree, your perspective is valuable. No prior board experience is required, just an interest in supporting and advancing preservation efforts throughout Iowa.