What's everyone talking about this week? What are we discussing next? What did you miss?
Here, you'll find a list of pertinent, upcoming webinars and previously recorded shows. Presented by key industry experts and organizations, these webinars and events are definitely worth checking out.
UPCOMING WEBINARS & EVENTS 2021
Tune in this week for...
Builiding Museums™ Symposium: Virtual Conference – Mid-Atlantic Association of Museums, March 1-4
Planning and Managing Magnetic Media Preservation Projects Course – FAIC Connecting to Collections Care, Tuesday March 2 - April 2
Tune in next week for...
Taking A Moment: Reflecting on Our DEAI Responsibilities – Independent Museum Professionals Network, Tuesday March 9 @ 11am PT
American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education: Legal Issues in Museum Administration – American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education, March 11 + March 12 @ 9am PTT
CAM 2021 Virtual Summits: Exploring Social Impact – Callifornia Association of Museums, Thursday, March 25
Tune in later 2021 for...
SEMC Virtual 2021 Program Series – Southeastern Museums Conference, various dates
CAM 2021 Virtual Summits: Storytelling through Technology – Callifornia Association of Museums, April, 1
MW21 Annual Conference – MuseWeb, April 5-7, 16, 23, & 30
CAM 2021 Virtual Summits: Collections and Community Now – Callifornia Association of Museums, April 8
AAMC 2021 Virtual Art Curators Conference – The Association of Art Museum Curators, April 29-30 & May 3-4, 2021
2021 Annual Conference: Re/Create, Re/Charge, Re/Imagine – New England Museum Association, November 17-19
PAST WEBINARS
In case you missed out, here are some webinar recordings worth checking out.
Webinars Reflecting on 2020
Navigating the Trials, Triumphs & Transformation of Cultural Organizations in the Pandemic Era – Cuseum
Takeaways from 2020 and the Future of Membership – Cuseum
Lessons & Reflections from 2020 in Alumni Relations – Cuseum
Taking a Moment: Reflecting on Our DEAI Responsibilities – AAM's Independent Museum Professionals Network
What Next? Perspectives on the Future of Divisive Monumets – ICSC
What is a Museum? An Exploration in Six Parts - Part 1: Safe Places or Social Spaces? – ICOM (Members Only)
Closing out 2020 Strong with End-of-Year Planning and Initiatives – Cuseum
Webinars on Civic Engagement
Justice Now: What Would a Truth and Justice Commission Look Like in America – ICSC
Beyond Statements: People Power – AAMC Foundation
Beyond Statements: Taking Action – AAMC Foundation & Art Fund
Webinar Short: Definitions of Justice – ICSC
Museum Think Tank: Cultural Organizations as Incubators for Social Impact – Cuseum
COVID-19 and Vulnerable Populations – ICSC
AASLH Conversations: Monuments and Memory – AASLH
Understanding Crisis Through a Transitional Justice Lens – ICSC
Webinars on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility
The Resilience Playbook – Playbook authors Gail Anderson, Dina A. Bailey, and Anne W. Ackerson
Moving Forward with NAGPRA virtual workshop – Oregon Museums Association
Inclusivity in Isolation – AAAMC Foundation + Association of African American Museums
What's on your mind? DEAI and Creating Real Change – MAAM
Striving Towards an Equitable Future: Addressing Systemic Injustice as a Cultural Organization – Cuseum
Diversity & Community Support in Membership & Visitor Services – Cuseum
Webinars on Reopening
How Can Nonprofit Arts Organizations Plan for the Future with So Many Unknowns? – Wallace Foundation
REALM project: Supporting the reopening of libraries, archives, and museums – OCLC + IMLS
Reshaping Exhibitions in a Socially Distanced World – AAMC Foundation
Membership Mondays: Preparing Your Team for the New Normal – Cuseum
Navigating Challenges & Setbacks During Reopening – Cuseum
Considerations for Re-Opening and Staying Connected with Your Staff, Patrons, and Mission – BlackBaud
Small But Mighty: Navigating the New Normal as a Small or Mid-sized Museum – Cuseum
Looking Ahead: Sustainability Adding Value to Reopening - AAM's Environment and Climate Network
Webinars on Membership + Visitor Experience
Membership Mondays Webinar - Membership Predictions, Priorities & Problem-Solving for 2021 – Cuseum
2020 End-of-Year Strategy in Alumni Relations – Cuseum
Membership Mondays: Exploring New Membership Models & Trends – Cuseum
Museum Think Tank: Examining Membership and Loyalty – Cuseum
Membership Lightning Talks: Launching New Initiatives & Benefits in Museum Membership – Cuseum
Webinar Recording: Re-Opening with Contact-Free Visitor Experiences – Culture Connect
Membership Mondays: Re-Engaging and Re-Welcoming Members After Coronavirus Closures – Cuseum
The Onsite Member Experience After Coronavirus Closures - Cuseum
AASLH Conversations: Local Advocacy Matters - AASLH
Virtual Memberships: Creating Digital Benefits & Virtual Access for Members - Cuseum
The “Contactless” Future: Reimagining the Visitor Experience in the Era of Coronavirus - Cuseum
Webinars on Marketing + Communication + Digital Engagement
Digital Engagement Series #1:Digital Collaboration: Context and Needs – AAMC Foundation
Alumni Engagement in the Era of Coronavirus – Cuseum
Interpretive planning for a pandemic – Oregon Museums Association
Membership Marketing, Audience Shifts & Community Engagement after Coronavirus - Cuseum
Digital: Income Stream or Accessible Outreach – AAMC Foundation
How Museums Can Experiment with Social Media to Boost Audience Engagement During Coronavirus - Cuseum
How to Discuss COVID-19 Digitally - International Coalition of Sites of Conscience (ICSC)
Thinking Outside the Box to Reach Audiences Inside Their Homes - Cuseum
Create Your Own Media: Communications Strategies for Challenging Times - International Coalition of Sites of Conscience (ICSC)
Digital Engagement at Your Museum During COVID-19 - Culture Connect
Webinars on Supporting Communities + Educators
Planning for 2021: Preparing for Challenges and Adapting to Changes in Alumni Relations – Cuseum
Emergent Paradigms in Higher Education in Times of Disruption – AAMG
Connecting with your Community through Collections – CatalogIt
Decolonizing the Future: Education, Resilience and Challenging Myths – ICSC
Supporting Communities with Digital Programs During Coronavirus - Cuseum
Supporting Schools & Educators as a Cultural Organization – Cuseum
Collaborating on Virtual Educational Programs During Coronavirus – Cuseum
Webinars on Administration + Finances
All About PPP 2.0 and the Lucrative Employee Retention Credit – Armanio
Understanding NFP Finances – AAMC Foundation
Museum Lightning Talks: Generating Revenue Through Digital Content & Virtual Experiences – Cuseum
Accounting Tips for Nonprofits during COVID-19 era – MARCUM Accountants & Advisors
Finding Support: Cultural Programming in Challenging Times – International Coalition of Sites of Conscience
Revenue Generation Strategies for Your Museum During Coronavirus: Lessons from the Private Sector – Culture Connect
SBA Paycheck Protection Program Loan Forgiveness Issues for Museums and Libraries – IMLS
Tips for Financial Well-Being During Closures – Association of Midwest Museums
How to Manage a Remote Internship Program at Your Museum – Cuseum
Webinars on Self-Care + Mindfulness
Some Good Museum News – MAAM, AAM, WMA, NEMA, SEMC, MPMA
The Welcome Brigade: Self-Care for Front-Line Workers at Museums – International Coalition of Sites of Conscience
Self Care In Stressful Times | Navigating Transitions Discussion – Leap to Success
Self Care In Stressful Times | Creating New Beginnings – Leap to Success
Stronger Together: COVID-19 Webinar Series - Self-Care and Sites of Conscience – International Coalition of Sites of Conscience (ICSC)
Simple Mindfulness Exercises – Association of Midwest Museums
Yoda-vation Session – Association of Midwest Museums
Women and COVID-19 – International Coalition of Sites of Conscience
Self Care Webinars – Leap to Success
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