Where do museum objects live when they are not on display, and how are fragile textiles and garments safely preserved while awaiting their next encounter with the public? The Taichung Museum of Fiber Arts presents the special exhibition "Collections Storage Essentials: Secrets of Textile Collections — From Collections Storage to Object Care", bringing the behind-the-scenes work of collections management into the spotlight. Guided by relatable questions and engaging visual illustrations, this exhibition walks visitors through every step of object care—from cataloguing and custom packing to preventive conservation, environmental monitoring, and safe cleaning. Every textile object carries rich craftsmanship and human memories. We warmly invite you to step into the hidden world of museum storage and discover how we protect these cultural treasures for future generations.

Exhibition Highlights (Six Core Units):

1.Behind Closed Doors and Off Limits: What Is Museum Collections Storage? Uncover the mysteries of collections storage—a secure and climate-controlled space designed specifically for research, care, and long-term preservation.

2.Treasures Have ID Cards Too: How Museum Objects Are Catalogued Discover the first step when an object enters the museum, where detailed measurements, photography, and condition records create an "ID card and health record" for long-term tracking.

3.A Home for Every Treasure: Packing and Storage Furniture with Location Management Explore custom storage solutions for textiles! Learn how rolling, flat storage, padded hangers, and precise location coding provide a safe "home" for every object.

4.Hidden Threats: What Puts Textile Objects at Risk? Examine environmental threats such as light, moisture, dust, and pests, highlighting the core principle of preventive conservation before damage occurs.

5.Do Treasures Need Cleaning Too?: Cleaning Objects and Removing Dust Safely Challenge the myth that "cleaner is always better." Learn about careful condition assessments and gentle dust removal techniques using soft brushes and controlled vacuums.

6.A Toolkit for Protecting Treasures: Storage Materials and Everyday Collections Care Look inside the conservator's toolkit, featuring archival materials such as acid-free paper, Tyvek®, and EPE foam, alongside environmental monitors and pest traps.