Daviess County Museum, Washington
212 E. Main Street, Washington, IN 47501

Monday, September 16, 2019
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost: $20, $15 IHS members, $10 Local History Partners (lunch on your own)

Learn the steps in processing incoming donations to your museum from the time they show up on your doorstep until you’re ready to store them. The workshop will give the tools you need to answer the questions: should you accept the items? How do you document the donation? How do you process and catalogue the items? What are good storage solutions? Addresses AASLH StEPs Standards COLL 1 and 2. LEU credits available.
Register by September 13
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Webinar

Thursday, September 19, 2019
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. EDT

Thinking about starting an e-newsletter, or wondering how to spice up your content? This webinar is packed with useful tips you can use to get your news out. We’ll cover e-newsletter service providers, content, formats, design tips and analytics.

Addresses AASLH StEPs Standards AUD 3 and 4.
One LEU credit available.

Grover Museum, Shelbyville
52 W. Broadway Street, Shelbyville, IN 46176

Thursday, October 3, 2019
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Cost: $20, $15 IHS members, $10 Local History Partners (lunch on your own)

The two major threats to historical collections are storage environments and human contact. Explore the different ways that we can protect our collections from high-cost environmental changes to simple, cost-effective solutions. Additionally, learn some tactics for balancing preservation with access so the amazing collections we hold can be used by both current generations and future ones to learn about history.
Register by October 1
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Webinar

Thursday, October 10, 2019
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. EDT

A strong annual fund program provides vital support to an organization, but the first steps can feel daunting. This webinar will discuss ways to create an efficient and effective annual program that goes beyond the year-end letter.

Addresses AASLH StEPs Standards MGMT 1 and 2.
One LEU credit available.

Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center
450 W. Ohio Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202

Monday, November 11, 2019
  9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Cost: $20, $15 IHS members, $10 Local History Partners (lunch on your own)

When you develop a long-range plan for your institution, you’re creating a tool that will help guide your decision making for the future. It’s also one of the most important ways you can show potential funders and stakeholders that your organization is moving forward thoughtfully and intentionally. In this workshop, we’ll identify the steps of a successful planning process, brainstorm ways to get your community involved, and learn how to work with a logic model.
Register by November 8
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Webinar

Thursday, November 14, 2019
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. EDT

Good board training is the foundation for a strong board. In this webinar, you’ll learn some of the basics of board service. Whether you’re a current board member or are responsible for board training, this webinar will provide you with valuable insight and information.

Addresses AASLH StEPs Standards MVG 5, MGMT 2 and 8.
One LEU credit available.

Webinar

Thursday, December 5, 2019
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. EDT

There are so many ethical issues to consider when embarking on a deaccessioning endeavor at your organization. This webinar will help you understand the different issues involved in deaccessioning so you can take on the task with confidence.

Addresses AASLH StEPs Standards MVG 2 and 3, COLL 1, 2, 3 and 4, and MGMT 1 and 3.
One LEU credit available.