Collection Stewardship
Systematic care for collections of national and international significance.
Learn moreConservation science.
Institutional strategy.
One practice.
Our Mission : Value is not inherent, value is maintained.
Our mission protects what cannot be replaced. You already know what is significant and why. We ensure preservation is a priority, not consultants reports. We work at the intersection of culture, history, institutional risk and long-term continuity strategy for economic growth. Strategic thinking for what is unique, rare and valuable — ensuring that we have a past to build our future with.
47+
Years combined experience
Across material science, built heritage strategy for preservation and reuse, disaster preparedness and risk analysis for collections and assets, providing remediation when required.
200+
Institutions advised
Our clients are high net worth investors, multilateral government organisations, UNESCO, National Governments, and National Museums in Australia and abroad.
14
Countries of operation
As subject matter experts in disaster, mould and remediation, we have delivered our expertise across the globe — London, Paris, Tokyo, Sydney and Singapore. We know that what you care for matters and when cared for properly it is a legacy to pass on to the next generation.
94%
Client referral rate
High value work requires security, discretion and planning. Art neglected does not automatically appreciate. Fading, mould, bad framing, corrosion — all impact value. Like any other asset portfolio, a collection needs maintenance.
Areas of Practice
Multiple areas of practise. One integrated discipline.
Strategic thinking and technical expertise inform each other. Every engagement draws on both.
Strategic Heritage Advisory
Heritage deserves more than boom-and-bust investment. Sustainable decisions are founded on science, balancing cultural continuity with long-term economic resilience.
Learn moreRisk & Resilience
Heritage risk assessment for collections that cannot be replaced.
Learn moreCapacity Building and Cultural Continuity
Because enhancing talent is every bit as important as enhancing artefacts.
Learn moreDisaster Preparedness
Because a collection that has no emergency plan has already made a decision.
Learn moreLarge Technology Industrial Heritage
Make sure your project doesn't come with expensive surprises. Plan it properly from the beginning.
Learn moreIntegrated Mould Management
Protecting collections from mould requires more than cleaning. It requires science, training and a safe response.
Learn moreContemporary Indigenous Art Archaeological Collections
The masterpieces of tomorrow are being created today. With proper care, contemporary Indigenous art will become Australia's Old Masters.
Learn moreCapacity Building and Cultural Continuity
Because enhancing talent is every bit as important as enhancing artefacts.
Learn moreWho We Work With
Heritage challenges vary by sector. The methodology adapts. The principles do not.
Begin a Conversation
Every significant heritage challenge begins with a conversation.
Endangered Heritage works with a limited number of clients each year, allowing us to provide long-term advice rather than one-off reports. Whether you are managing a private collection, planning a major restoration, protecting corporate assets or navigating a complex heritage repurposing challenge, we welcome a conversation. In the world of spam, we encourage you to call us — we can quickly work out how to get your project started, or who from our experience network we can refer you to.