Conservation Lighting

George Washington Museum at Mount Vernon

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Absolute Action's proprietary track system used here works with a pivoting ball and plate fixture, plus interchangeable optical lenses. Balancing the properties of these with a range of fibre sizes gives great lighting diversity, and versatility for exhibit changes.

The range of items was unusually diverse - much of it being domestic artefacts of minor intrinsic value.

Domestic memorabilia exhibited at the Museum in the grounds of George Washington's private residence - an intimate insight into a very public figure

A great deal of skill was required of the lighting to flatter and enhance everyday exhibits boldly, whilst exerting extreme care for the conservation lighting of such as Washington's Will.

Client:
The Mount Vernon Ladies Association

Interior & exhibition design:
MFM Design, Washington DC

Principal in charge:
Richard Molinaroli

Lead Designer:
Michael Lawrence AIA

Lighting Consultant:
Light'n Up, Washington DC

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