Dr. Alaina Schmisseur
Dr. Alaina Schmisseur
Dr. Alaina Schmisseur
Alaina is an objects conservator, curator and heritage consultant with more than twenty years' experience working with museum collections, historic buildings, archaeological material and cultural organisations.
Trained at the University of York and University College London followed by roles at the National Museum Wales, Smithsonian Instit
Alaina is an objects conservator, curator and heritage consultant with more than twenty years' experience working with museum collections, historic buildings, archaeological material and cultural organisations.
Trained at the University of York and University College London followed by roles at the National Museum Wales, Smithsonian Institution, the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings and Arts Council England, her work spans practical conservation, collections care, curatorial practice and the management of complex heritage projects.
Our Team
Dr. Alaina Schmisseur
Dr. Alaina Schmisseur
Rook is led by Dr Alaina Schmisseur and works with a trusted network of conservation, heritage and technical specialists. This allows us to assemble expertise appropriate to each commission while maintaining senior-level involvement throughout, ensuring a specialist consultancy with the right team for each project.
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Our Approach
Dr. Alaina Schmisseur
Our Approach
Our approach combines careful analysis, practical expertise, and proportionate risk management. We tailor our work to each organisation and setting and deliver clear, sustainable solutions to protect heritage and create lasting value.
We Regularly work with:
Architects & Surveyors
Specialist conservation advice, condition assessment, specifications and project support.
Churches & Ecclesiastical Bodies
Conservation reports, historic furnishings, monuments, grant-funded projects and specialist advice.
Museums & Galleries
Collections care, conservation planning, storage, display, environmental management and project delivery.
Local Authorities & Heritage Organisations
Collections and historic-environment expertise, project management, consultation and strategic advice.
Archaeologists
Specialist finds conservation, assessment, lifting, stabilisation and project support.
Private Owners
Expert advice for significant historic objects and interiors.
