Andrew Lins
Conservator
Philadelphia Museum of Art
Philadelphia, PA USA
“Do the things that you feel like you're spending your time well. In the end, you'll be happy, if not proud of your life.”
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By Roadtrip NationAndrew Lins
Milestones
My road in life has been direct.
All through school, was interested in both medicine and art.
Decided going into medicine was the more sensible option, would please his parents.
Was working as an orderly when he got in a terrible car accident.
After his recovery, he reevaluated his life and realized that art was his true passion.
A professor recommended that he combine his love of science and art and become a conservator.
Now hailed as one of the best, if not the best, conservators in the U.S.
Has treated the Liberty Bell, the inkwell from signing of the Declaration of Independence.
After his near-death experience, says the most important thing is spending your time well, doing what makes you happy.
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Career
Conservator
I restore and conserve priceless art and historical monuments for the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Career Roadmap
My work combines:
My work combines:
Design
Science
Building Things
Interviewed By
Philadelphia - New York City
In Philadelphia, the Roadtrip Nation team climbs to the top of the clock tower at city hall to meet Andrew Lins, a conservation preserver working on restoring the Liberty Bell. Next up is an interview with Billy King, team president of the Philadelphia 76ers. After traveling to New York, they interview "Cousin" Jeff Johnson, a social and political activist with his own show on BET.
