Preservation, Experience of Conservation of Archaeological Artefacts from Ufa-II Hillfort

Abstract

As part of the preservation of the archaeological heritage of the republic as a whole, as well as in order to ensure the preservation and further study of the cultural heritage site of federal significance "Ufa-II hillfort", the republican historical and cultural museum-reserve "Ancient Ufa" was established in 2011. The materials of the extensive archaeological research on the territory of the medieval settlement in 2006–2017 became the main source for forming the fund of the museum-reserve. The museum has become a key center for the preservation of archaeological finds, where their study, documentation, conservation and public demonstration are organized. It was museumification, as expected, that became the most acceptable for the preservation and demonstration of archaeological heritage items, while conservation and restoration of the displays, not only ensured longevity, but also raised the demonstrativeness and effectiveness of presentation at exhibitions and expositions. The question of training of own restorers remains open, so the museum is ready for cooperation with specialists in the field of preservation of archaeological heritage.

Keywords

• archaeological excavation
• ufa-ii hillfort
• museum-reserve “ancient ufa”
• museum fund
• museum collection
• museum object
• cultural heritage
• conservation
• restoration