Behind the Scenes of Museums: From Conservation to Communication
Description
Bassam Freiha Art Foundation is pleased to invite you to a special lecture by Elsie El Deek Bou Jaoude, Art Historian and Director of the USEK Museum.
This talk offers a rare glimpse into the unseen work of museums, exploring how conservation, research, and collaboration shape collections beyond what is visible to the public. Drawing on case studies from the USEK Museum, the lecture highlights conservation as both a technical and human commitment to preserving heritage, while also examining how museums communicate these stories through exhibitions, education, and public engagement.
Elsie El Deek Bou Jaoude
Elsie Deek is Director of the USEK Museum. An art historian and curator, she has been teaching History of Art and Architecture since 2010 at the Holy Spirit University of Kaslik (USEK).
Her work focuses on museum practice, cultural heritage preservation, and education, with a strong emphasis on engaging students in hands-on curatorial and conservation work. At the USEK Museum, she leads initiatives that connect collections, research, and public outreach, positioning the museum as an active space of learning and cultural transmission.
She has curated and directed numerous exhibitions and projects, while developing collaborations in the fields of heritage preservation and conservation. Her approach bridges academic teaching and museum practice, creating meaningful encounters between audiences, students, and collections.