H.L. Hunley Museum

Preserving History for Future Generations

At Clemson University's Warren Lasch Conservation Center, artifacts from the Civil War-era H.L. Hunley submarine had been stored in a lab for years. But heat, humidity, and inconsistent HVAC conditions put those items at risk. 

Instead of trying to fix the space, the team took a different approach. Partnering with Patterson Pope, they implemented climate-controlled storage using customized refrigerated containers built to protect everything from delicate textiles to large recovered components. 

Now, artifacts are stored in a stable environment designed for long-term preservation, while still allowing easy access for ongoing conservation work. 

Download the case study and watch the video to see how the Hunley project created a storage solution worthy of the history it safeguards.