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Local History Services

The Local History Services department is staffed by people who have worked in small organizations and understand the challenges and opportunities local historical organizations face. We assist local historical societies, museums, libraries, archives, genealogy groups and preservation groups to promote Indiana’s history statewide.

For more information on Local History Services, please visit their homepage.

For LHS inquiries, please email localhistoryservices@indianahistory.org

Workshops

Annual Fund: Build a Program to Fit Your Organization

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.

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Developing a Long-Range Plan

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
Visit the LHS workshops page for more detailed information.

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Building a Strong Board

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.

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The Ethics of Deaccessioning

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.

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Test Info
Outside View of the Indiana Historical Society Building
Plan your visit
Tuesday - Saturday10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center 450 West Ohio Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202
Indiana Experience Admission Free IHS MembersFree Children under 5$9 Adult$8 Seniors 60 and older$5 Youth ages 5 through 17 Free parking with admission in lot off New York.