Sana'a: A training course focused on the restoration and preservation of archaeological manuscripts, organized by the Manuscripts and Libraries Sector of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, concluded on Wednesday at the Manuscripts House. The course was supported by the Cultural Heritage and Development Fund.
According to Yemen News Agency, the month-long program aimed to provide 15 students from the Department of Archaeology and Tourism at the Faculty of Arts and Humanities, Sana'a University, with essential skills in the maintenance, restoration, binding, packaging, and stitching of archaeological manuscripts. The training also covered methods for preserving these manuscripts from damage.
During the closing ceremony, the Minister of Culture and Tourism, Dr. Ali Al-Yafai, highlighted the significance of the scientific course in equipping participants with the expertise needed for the restoration and preservation of archaeological manuscripts. He noted that these efforts are key to protecting manuscripts that are integral to Yemeni history and heritage.
Khaled Al-Rouhani, Secretary General of the Manuscripts House, emphasized the importance of the training in maintaining and restoring archaeological manuscripts, which are treasures that encapsulate the history and civilization of Yemen. He remarked that the course provided participants with insights into modern techniques to safeguard this valuable heritage from damage and extinction, underscoring their responsibility to preserve it for future generations.
Dr. Mona Al-Qadi, Professor of Antiquities Restoration at Sana'a University, underscored the importance of the course for students in the Department of Antiquities and Tourism. She noted that the expertise gained in maintenance and restoration would benefit them in their academic and professional endeavors. Dr. Al-Qadi also praised the efforts of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, the Heritage and Cultural Development Fund, and the Manuscripts House for their support in organizing the course, which offered substantial benefits to the participating students.