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Susan Hamburger

Project Director
126 Paterno Library
The Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA 16802-1808

814-865-1756   FAX 814-863-7293

2009 Archival Advances Level Continuing Education Workshops

An Introduction to Archival Exhibitions

Paterno Library, Penn State
Monday, June 22, 2009
8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Continuing Education Units (CEUs): 0.75
Archival Recertification Credits: 5



REGISTRATION FEES: 

Scholarship Rate: (first fifteen registrants, on or before 3/13/2009): $20
(Funded by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission)

Registrants sixteen through thirty:

Early Bird (on or before 3/13/2009):

SAA Member—$185
Employee of Member Institution—$210
Non-member—$235

Regular (after 3/13/2009):

SAA Member—$235
Employee of Member Institution—$260
Non-member—$285


Here’s your opportunity to explore the planning, development, and implementation of exhibitions in an archives setting! Get practical training and theoretical knowledge of developing an exhibit in a special collections setting from the initial idea through planning, exhibiting, and beyond…. Create discussion and collaboration beyond the archives—by advertising and marketing the exhibit, outreach and education, adding impact through the development of related events, working with the media to publicize your event, reaching a broader audience, and developing a digital component to the exhibit. Also included are practical tips on the use of readily-available materials to create a professional, informative, and attractive exhibit without compromising the source.

Upon completion of this workshop, you'll be able to:

  • Understand the fundamentals of developing an archival exhibit;
  • Develop potential exhibition ideas and initial plans to bring back to your home institution;
  • Use everyday materials to create exhibitions that look professional;
  • Expand the general concept of the archives exhibition to include tie-ins with lectures, readings, campus or community events, holidays, etc; and
  • Use tools to build an exhibit with minimal effort and cost.

Who should attend? Archives professionals, from novice to seasoned, who are interested in developing exhibitions within their repository as well as students in archival studies and other information professionals who are considering expanding their public service and outreach skills through exhibition development. An understanding of your own collection and the ability to think creatively and resourcefully are musts!


Testimonials:

Responses to "what aspect of the workshop was most valuable to you?" included:

  • "Multimedia ideas; partnerships"—Lynn Hollingsworth
  • "Seeing actual labels and products and seeing pictures of it in use; seeing the exhibit on weavers at Kentucky and seeing the theatre performance."—Mandy Reese
  • "Practical tips/suggestions on what works and what doesn't."
  • "Discussion of reasons to exhibit and potential collaborators."
  • "Ideas about outreach—who to contact, sample press release."
  • "New ideas in labels. Documenting the exhibit."—David Roebuck

ATTENDANCE LIMITED TO 15

Instructor:

Jessica Lacher-Feldman, MA , MLS , CA (Bio)
Public and Outreach Services Coordinator
W.S. Hoole Special Collections Library
University of Alabama


LOGISTICS:
The workshop will be held in the Charles W. Mann Assembly Room (Room 103) in the Paterno Library at The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA.

Lodging is available nearby at the Nittany Lion Inn located at 200 West Park Avenue for $110/Single plus tax by calling 1-800-233-7505. You must give the group identification number: SOCF09B to qualify for this special rate. Reservations received after May 22, 2009 will be based on space availability and may be at a higher rate. Even if you are unsure if you will be able to attend this workshop, we recommend making a reservation at the Nittany Lion Inn as reservations can be cancelled without charge 48 hours prior to your arrival. Be aware that the Nittany Lion Inn is a five minute walk to the library. Note that the Nittany Lion Inn offers a complimentary shuttle service around campus as well as to/from the airport. For more information regarding this hotel, directions and maps, visit the Penn State Visitor's Guide.

The closest parking area is the Nittany Parking Deck next door to the Nittany Lion Inn; it is a five minute walk to the library. There is an hourly charge if you are not a guest of the Nittany Lion Inn.

SAA does not endorse specific facilities. The above is provided for information purposes only.

For more information regarding directions to Penn State as well as campus maps, visit: campusmaps.psu.edu.

For more information regarding other hotels, and entertainment in the area visit: www.visitpennstate.org.

For more information about workshops, please contact Susan Hamburger, 814-865-1756 sxh36@psulias.psu.edu.