Inside Augusta Museum of History’s Archival Experience
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
No special physical fitness required; mostly standing and light walking indoors.
Overview
Step beyond traditional museum visits with an exclusive look at artifact care at the Augusta Museum of History. Discover how archives preserve family treasures and historical relics during intimate backstage tours.
Behind The Scenes At The AMH
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About This Adventure
Join Museum Registrar Alena Rensch for an exclusive Behind-The-Scenes Saturday at the Augusta Museum of History. Discover the art of preserving family treasures and explore hidden artifacts from the museum's collection. With limited spots available, this unique experience offers a rare glimpse into the world of archival care and preservation.
Behind-The-Scenes Saturdays The Augusta Museum of History welcomes you to join Museum Registrar, Alena Rensch, behind-the-scenes to learn how to care for your family treasures and how the Museum cares for items in the permanent collection.
Rensch will demonstrate how the AMH collects, catalogs, preserves, studies, cares for, and displays archival collections. You'll also get a chance to view some of the many artifacts in our collections not currently on display!
Behind-the-Scenes Saturdays will take place on September 6th, 13th, and 27th with tours at 11am, 1pm and 3pm. Guests must be aged 8 or older to participate, and children must be accompanied by an adult. Each tour is around an hour long and is limited to 15 guests. This program is free with regular Museum admission.
Behind The Scenes at the Augusta Museum of History is free with regular Museum admission, $5.00 for Adults, $4.00 for Seniors 65 and over, $3.00 for children 6-17 years of age.
Adventure Tips
Reserve Your Spot Early
Tours are limited to 15 guests and fill quickly, so book ahead to secure a place.
Suitable for Ages 8 and Up
Children must be accompanied by an adult, making this an educational outing for families.
Wear Comfortable Shoes
While mostly indoors, expect light walking and standing during the hour-long tour.
Photography Restrictions Apply
Check with staff about photography guidelines, as some archival areas may have limitations.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Urban songbirds like cardinals and mockingbirds
- Occasional river otters near the Augusta Canal
History
Augusta’s strategic location on the Savannah River made it a pivotal trading hub in the 18th and 19th centuries, shaping much of the region’s material culture preserved in the museum.
Conservation
The museum emphasizes sustainable preservation techniques, minimizing chemical use and focusing on eco-friendly archival materials to protect artifacts and the environment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Essential for navigating the museum’s interior comfortably during the tour.
Light jacket or sweater
Indoor temperature control can be cool, especially in spring and fall.
spring|fall|winter specific
Notebook and pen
Ideal for jotting down preservation tips and historical facts during the tour.
Camera (subject to museum policies)
Capture memories where allowed but verify restrictions beforehand.