The Institute for the Preservation of Cultural Heritage is Yale’s hub for science and culture. It is dedicated to advancing the field of preservation through art, science, and human connection.
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AI @ IPCH
AI@IPCH is endeavoring to meet the urgency of the present moment with a dedicated line of research into large language models.
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Conservation at Yale
Discover the university’s platform for cross-collection initiatives that address shared strategic conservation priorities.
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Conservation Imaging
Conservation Imaging at IPCH extends well beyond standard photography. It employs a suite of advanced imaging methods to document cultural artifacts.
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Heritage Science Labs
Explore our scientific research labs! Learn about innovative projects and discover their contributions and discoveries to the cultural heritage field.
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International Programs
Explore our International Programs! Learn about innovative projects and discover the contributions and connections being made around the globe.
Past Labs
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Lens Media Lab
The Lens Media Lab stewarded the world’s largest collection of over 7,500 photographic papers from it’s inception in 2015 to 2025.
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