We are pleased to announce the theme for our 2018 Annual Meeting: Museums Matter Now. We are divided as a nation–politically, socially, culturally. But museums are one place where Americans can come together–to learn, to think, to enjoy, to see ourselves reflected, to understand others who are different, and to heal. Museums have a significant
Read moreEver asked this question when designing your organization’s exhibitions? Well, if not you are in luck as Colleen Dilenschneider put together a “fast facts” video to break it down for you. https://www.colleendilen.com/2018/01/17/brain-wave-activity-reveal-visitors-engaged-exhibits-data/
Read moreThe Association of Art Museum Curators (AAMC) and AAMC Foundation 2018 Conference & Meeting, May 5 – 8, 2018 in Montréal, will have a robust and varied program that speaks to our mission. All formal content sessions will occur concurrently with an audience of an estimated 400 curators and guests listening, discussing, and learning together.
Read moreThe PA Museums Annual Statewide Conference will be held in Centre County, PA on April 15, 16 and 17. We invite you to join us as we share best practices in areas including advocacy, economic and community development, education, and cultural tourism. Pennsylvania’s cultural community is rich and diverse. Museums, galleries, zoos, science centers, visitor
Read moreCall for Volunteers: The Mid-Atlantic Association of Museums (MAAM) has a number of volunteer opportunities for individuals to assist with its upcoming Building Museums Symposium, which will be held March 9th-11th in Philadelphia, PA. In exchange, volunteers receive significantly reduced conference registration ($100). Students and emerging professionals or professionals in need (those who work at
Read moreConference Hotel: DoubleTree Center City 237 South Broad Street Philadelphia, PA, 19107 DON’T DELAY! Call 215-893-1600 to reserve a MAAM discounted Building Museums™ Symposium room rate of $159 per night or go to this link to book directly: https://aws.passkey.com/e/49229442 MAAM conference room rates end on February 15, 2018.
Read moreWhy become a sponsor at this year’s Building Museums? Lots of opportunities to interact with colleagues and prospective clients: Attendees will be drawn to our Exhibitor Hall during continental breakfasts, registration, and all coffee breaks. There will also be two chances to network during receptions at exceptional Philly area museums. Exposure to museum leaders
Read moreThe annual SMA conference attracts more than 250 museum professionals, board members, and volunteers from a wide variety of small museums. They attend sessions on topics ranging from collections and education to staffing and board issues. We offer a large Museum Resource Hall and plenty of informal networking opportunities for you to talk with (and
Read moreDid you know that we regularly post job openings around the MAAM region? Take a look at the opportunities on our website at http://midatlanticmuseums.org/resources/jobs/. Want to post a job to our site? MAAM members can post a position at no charge for 30 days. Non-members can submit a job posting at the rate of $50
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