The Mid-Atlantic Association of Museums (MAAM) recognizes institutions whose construction projects demonstrate high achievement in the areas of planning, implementation, and survival with the Buildy Award at the the Building Museums™ Symposium each year. About the Award:The purpose of the Buildy Award is to increase awareness within the field, and by the public at large,
Read moreCall for Sessions: We are actively seeking session proposals that discuss museum projects of interest to small to medium-sized institutions. Session proposals should address one or more of the following topics: Leadership roles in museum building projects Strategic and master planning Budget and business planning The visitor experience Collections care and facility design Design and
Read moreWHEN: November 4-7, 2019 WHERE: Smithsonian Institution in Washington, DC WHO: Open to 12 German and 12 American curators, educators, and other professionals working in museums or similar institutions, such as memorial sites. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:The four-day seminar will bring participants together to explore museums as spaces for social discourse and learning. The seminar will aim to deepen international
Read moreWASHINGTON, D.C. — The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) is rolling out a new series of regional grant workshops designed for applicants for the museum grant programs. Providing greater access to IMLS funds and resources is one of the agency’s core strategic goals, and these regional workshops are a proactive step towards realizing this goal. These
Read moreNominee Qualifications Nominees should have worked as a paid museum professional for at least 10 years in a principal position.Nominee should have been (or be currently) employed in the Mid-Atlantic region during the period of principal contribution for which the award is being given.Nominees should demonstrate accomplishment in their role and a record of service
Read moreThe IFCPP Conference Team is excited to announce that registration is now open for our 20th Annual Conference, Seminar, and Exhibits When: October 19-25, 2019Where: Downtown Denver and Vail, CO Acquire the latest information on safety, security, fire protection, and emergency management – specific to cultural and educational institutions of all size and scope. IFCPP
Read moreThe Small Museum Association is planning its 36th annual conference, which will be held in College Park, Maryland February 16-18, 2020. As the only conference in the country dedicated specifically to small museums, this gathering draws museum professionals, board members, and volunteers from across the country. This year, the SMA conference will offer sessions that
Read moreAre you interested in learning more about Museums for All, an initiative dedicated to expanding community access? Join staff from the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Association of Children’s Museums on July 25 at 1 p.m. Eastern to learn more about how and why 400 museums participate in the program. Find more information
Read moreThe Division of Preservation and Access of the National Endowment for the Humanities is accepting applications for grants in its Humanities Collections and Reference Resources program, with a deadline of July 16, 2019. These grants support projects to preserve and create intellectual access to such collections as rare books, journals, manuscript and archival materials, maps, still and moving images,
Read moreMark your calendars for New Jersey Association of Museums Annual Meeting held June 19th at Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University! The meeting will feature an exciting schedule of networking opportunities and educational activities including a keynote presentation, professional development conversation, networking luncheon, and guided tours of exhibitions and artist studios. More information and registration information at:https://njmuseums.wildapricot.org/event-3370723
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