Helicon has been passionately committed to heritage preservation since 2000. As a dedicated knowledge partner for museums and heritage institutions, we combine scientific insights with innovative and sustainable solutions. Our passion for cultural heritage translates into practical support that truly makes a difference. In everything we do, we prioritise not only the object itself, but also its story and experience. Together, we create heritage with a future.
Mission
At Helicon, everything revolves around heritage care—with head, heart, and hands. We help museums, institutions, and private individuals manage their collections safely and sustainably. As the Netherlands’ leading knowledge centre for the management and preservation of movable cultural heritage, we offer responsible solutions that cherish, protect, and sustainably safeguard heritage. We combine science with innovative technologies and practical expertise to preserve collections in their full glory. Helicon focuses on risk and sustainability management, ensuring that every heritage asset is passed on safely and with respect for its unique characteristics to this and future generations.
Vision
We believe in a future in which heritage is sustainably preserved and remains accessible. That’s why at Helicon, we employ an integrated approach that brings together collections, organisations, and the surrounding environment. With our KEEP! concept, our knowledge, and our innovations, we actively contribute to sustainable and efficient heritage solutions, both in the Netherlands and internationally. We see this as our responsibility. Helicon offers Collection Care as a Service to unburden our clients. By sharing knowledge, publications, and collaborations, we advance the heritage sector and raise awareness of the value of cultural heritage. We achieve this by focusing on developing objectively measurable and verifiable quality marks for the heritage sector.
