- Handwear (326)
- Headgear (315)
- Helmets (315)
- Spacesuits (283)
- Costume accessories (271)
- Culinary equipment for serving and consuming food (255)
- Food (255)
- Clothing (204)
- Protective wear (204)
- Military uniforms (124)
- Personal equipment: grooming, hygiene and health care (112)
- Uniforms (100)
- Footwear (98)
- Medical equipment (91)
- Components (objects) (56)
- Personal accessories (44)
- Protective and life-saving equipment (40)
- Communication systems (mechanical and electrical systems) (20)
- Underwear (18)
- Weapons (13)
Our collections specialists actively work on the conservation, preservation, restoration, and long-term care of the objects in our collection. From full-scale restoration projects to applying preservation techniques and doing regular assessments, these activities form a crucial part of our stewardship of the National Collection.