2012 Fall Conference & Annual Meeting

MAM 2012 Preliminary Conference Program

The annual Maine Archives and Museums conference brings together Maine’s collecting institutions to exchange ideas, tackle challenges, and broaden skills. Whether you are a seasoned museum professional, volunteer, archivist, or the only staff member of a small historical society, the MAM 2012 conference program has something for everyone. The conference will not only expand your skills and inspire you as you move forward toward future goals, it is also the perfect place to network and join a generous community willing to help you get to that next step.

Get ready for a full day of professional development opportunities including:

• Special Keynote Address by Terri Garner, Director of the William J. Clinton Presidential Library & Museum and UMaine Grad!
• Four blocks for breakout sessions (16 great presentations & workshops led by your peers!)
• Networking luncheons (A chance to chat with like-minded colleagues)
• Evening reception (We’ll honor those leaders who are leaving Maine’s Museums and Archives and welcome their successors)
• Special Tours ( HudsonMuseum, Paige Farm & Home Museum)
• Exhibition of vendors and services specific to your field

This year’s theme is “Understanding our Past, Re-Envisioning our Future” and the Program Committee has selected a variety of powerhouse sessions to help you assess where you have been and propel you forward armed with information and knowledge on the latest trends in museums and archives. 

Sessions will include:

• the use of QR codes in museums
• social networking strategies
• creating development plans
• basic mount making for collections storage
• grant writing
• crisis management
• disaster planning
• presevation
• and more!

Early Bird Rates available through October 1!