We’re here with Luisa, local photograph conservator to answer your question, “Why aren’t the librarians wearing cotton gloves?” 🧤👀 Spoiler alert: Bare hands, clean and dry, aren’t reckless... they are actually recommended! ✨   While Nitrile gloves still have their moments from time to time, we’re diving into why conservators often use bare-hands when handling all the incredible historic materials at the Rakow Library. 📚💫 #libraryfun #rarebooks #librarylove #conservation #educationalcontent #readbooks