9:00 am – 10:15 am

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Learning Format: Active Learning

Working in museums and non-profits is often a labor of love. We do it because it matters – and often, we pour everything we have into that work. But what do you do for yourself? How do you refill your inner well of ideas, passion, and creativity? In this session, we’ll explore lots of ways to elevate your self-care practice by slowing down, breathing, writing, moving, and creating – even when it feels impossible.

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Learning Format: Active Learning

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Learning Format: Active Learning

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Learning Format: Active Learning

Succession planning is one of those essential things that all organizations need to do and often do not prioritize.  In this session, experienced museum professionals will create a space to discuss succession planning at every level: what it is, why it matters, and how to do it, including resources for weaving it into organizational culture and practice.  Attendees will be actively involved in the conversation, exploring their role and sharing stories from their own experiences.

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Learning Format: Conversation

There are many ways to lead. Some of us have a go-to style of leadership, and some of us are still trying them on.. Join us to talk leadership styles, and when to use them. This panel brings together four museum leaders to share their stories - the wins, the losses, and everything in between. Join the conversation, and share yours, too. We’ll all leave with ideas, resources, and inspiration.

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Learning Format: Active Learning

Curious about AI but unsure how it fits into museum work? This hands-on session explores OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini, showcasing how they can streamline tasks like content creation, grant writing, and strategic planning. Whether you’re in a small or large institution, you’ll leave with practical, responsible ways to integrate AI into your workflow—no tech expertise required! Please bring an internet connected device to this hands-on lecture.

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Learning Format: Conversation

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Learning Format: Passive Learning

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Learning Format: Active Learning

Designing, updating or evaluating your exhibits? Keep your mission, vision and values close. Embrace the big idea! Join panelists using core documents to say yes - and no - to exhibits, programs and installations. How well do your exhibits serve your target audiences, staff, donors, and the people and places represented by the stories you tell? Do visitors get the message? Join this interactive session to elevate storytelling, hone your "main message" and center your values.