The bronze canopy is located over the north entance of the Cooper-Hewitt Smithsonian Museum of Design, originally Andrew Carnegie’s New York mansion (1901-1903).  This building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1974. The canopy is constructed of 442 individual bronze pieces, 11 leaded glass panels, and 33 individual glass panels.  The bronze elements are secured to a steel superstructure that extends from the façade wall.  Kreilick Conservation, LLC was subcontracted to perform the bronze restoration.

Extensive documentation was required to ensure all bronze pieces were accounted for in regards to their placement, condition and need for repair, and securing mechanism.  The conservation treatment took place from January 3rd to July 14th, 2017.  The reassembly of the canopy began on July 17th and was officially completed on September 20th, 2017.  The conservation treatment was performed at Kreilick Conservation, LLC’s studio in Oreland, PA with the exception of the wall plaque which was performed in-situ.  Each canopy element was photo-documented prior to the start of the conservation treatment, assessed for repairs, and documented post-repair and conservation treatment.  Each element underwent a full cleaning process to remove all corrosion and soiling products, repaired if necessary, and was then patinated and lacquered.  Upon completion of the restoration, an extensive report was compiled that documented the disassembly methodology, conservation treatment and corresponding photographs, and maintenance recommendations.