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August 16, 2023


Before the four days of informative sessions and networking events begin at WMA's Annual Meeting, WMA provides attendees with a unique opportunity to engage with one another during Pre-Conference Tours and Workshops. This year, a handful of attendees will go behind the scenes of some of Pasadena’s most iconic cultural institutions, and others will participate in hands-on workshops led by...
August 7, 2023

Over the course of four consecutive days at WMA’s 2023 Annual Meeting, headquartered at the Hilton Pasadena, attendees will attend a fantastic lineup of engaging, informative sessions, and can participate in multifaceted learning opportunities including the perennially popular Poster Session, casual Roundtable Discussions, and hands-on Activity Stations.
Before the sessions commence, attendees...
July 24, 2023

The Western Museums Association (WMA) is currently seeking enthusiastic volunteers for our 2023 Annual Meeting in Pasadena, California!
Every year, WMA's volunteers play an integral part in the success of the conference. Volunteers help to set a positive tone and foster meaningful experiences and interactions for our attendees.
Why volunteer?
Volunteering with WMA is a great way to meet and...
July 19, 2023

This year at the WMA 2023 Annual Meeting, October 5-8 in Pasadena, CA, attendees will have the unique opportunity to hear from and connect with professionals from across the Western museum field and beyond, including three inspiring luncheon guest speakers.
Saturday, October 7, 2023
On Saturday, October 7, at the WMA Community Lunch, attendees will celebrate the WMA Community with special guest...
June 28, 2023

The Western Museums Association (WMA) is pleased to introduce this year’s WMA 2023 Keynote Speaker Sandra Jackson-Dumont, Director and CEO of the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art!
At WMA’s 2023 Annual Meeting in Pasadena California, October 5-8, attendees will have the unique opportunity to hear from Sandra Jackson-Dumont during the Opening General Session & Keynote taking place Friday, October...
May 12, 2023
  
Awards ceremony 1 – Team Neon is honored with the Team Fundraising Award at
the Third Annual Million Dollar Master Awards in Las Vegas, Nevada, April 21, 2023
 
Written by JM Huck and the Development Department at #TeamNeon, The Neon Museum, Las Vegas Nevada
In April 2023, The Neon Museum's fundraising team was presented the Team Fundraising Award at the Third Annual Million Dollar Master...
April 17, 2023

For individuals looking to advance their careers, learn new skills, or expand their network, attending an in-person professional development conference can be vital and very beneficial.
The Western Museums Association (WMA) 2023 Annual Meeting – taking place October 5-8, in Pasadena, California – will offer the latest insight into the museum field, opportunities to learn and engage with...
April 12, 2023

Do you have a vision for the future of museums? Are you passionate about strengthening museums to help them serve their diverse communities? Or are you looking to get further involved in the museum field, while helping to serve your own institution and colleagues?
If so, then you might be a good fit for WMA’s Board of Directors, and we warmly invite you to submit your nomination for the 2023-...

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