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> 1. Historic house museums (2)
> 2. 19th Century Paint and Graining Workshop
> 3. Free Online Preservation Course
> 4. Job posting
> 5. Executive Director Wanted
> 6. Executive Director Position
> 7. Collection Purchasing Authority (2)
> 8. Museum shop software
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>Date: Fri, 8 Jun 2001 10:54:22 -0000
>From: Sharon Buford <[log in to unmask]>
>Subject: Re: Historic house museums
>
>>Hello the list:
>>
>My internship involves developing a catalogue/index/or
>>archiving system to organize a collection of documents (some historic, some
>>research, much miscellaneous such as newspaper clippings about the house,
>>structural reports, etc.).
>
>Cil,
>
>are these documents that are in the collection and used for
>"display/exhibit" or are these documents that are/will be used for
>research by others, or documents that are only for the benefit of the staff?
>
>Blueprints are NOT stable documents - DO NOT store them with any other
>documents - they are "made" with an amonia solution and off gas !!!!!
>Take these type of documents to a GOOD blueprint supply store and ask them
>to run on mylar - Mylar will last a very long time (500 yrs!)
>Old prints are wonderful to look at, but they can do damage to other
>documents.
>
>Org. drawings are another thing all together -
>The American Institute of Architects has a museum - they could give you the
>best advise on how to store these types of documents.
>
>Newspaper clippings - are these new or old? Remember what you learned about
>modern newspapers - they don't last for long - be sure they have (in pencil)
>the name, date and page number of the paper they came from.
>
>I would suggest looking at Library cataloging systems - Library of Congress
>- to see how this type of system works.
>
>S.B.
>
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>Date: Thu, 7 Jun 2001 17:37:21 EDT
>From: Katie Boardman <[log in to unmask]>
>Subject: 19th Century Paint and Graining Workshop
>
>There is just enough time left to register for a Master Class in 19th Century
>Color and Painted Finishes with Jane B. Viator of Past Perfect at The
>Farmers' Museum in Cooperstown, NY June 19-23. Class size is limited. $400
>tuition for members of New York State Historical Association and $450 for
>non-members. There is a $70 materials fee. For registration and information
>contact Meg Preston at (607)547-1452 or (888)547-1450, [log in to unmask]
>
>Katie Boardman
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>Date: Fri, 8 Jun 2001 09:57:23 -0400
>From: Jamie Doyle <[log in to unmask]>
>Subject: Free Online Preservation Course
>
>The Northeast Document Conservation Center presents Preservation 101: An
>Internet Course on the Basics of Paper Preservation
>
>The Northeast Document Conservation Center (NEDCC) is offering a free
>Internet course on basic paper preservation to small collections-holding
>institutions and private collectors, including historical organizations,
>town records offices, libraries, archives, and museums. The course is
>designed to assist collections care staff to understand better the nature of
>paper collections and causes of deterioration. With a focus on preventive
>preservation, the program will provide basic information and practical
>solutions to help improve your collections storage, care and handling. The
>course will also address housekeeping, care of photographs, disaster
>preparedness, and archival methods for organizing your holdings.
>Preservation 101 is funded by NCPTT, National Center for Preservation
>Technology and Training, U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park
>Service.
>
>Preservation 101 consists of eight lessons to be posted over a four-week
>period from June 25 through July 20, 2001 providing on-line readings and
>optional assignments, bulletin board discussion, self-testing questions,
>further resources, and interaction with the faculty and other participants.
>The course will be presented by Beth L. Patkus, Preservation Consultant,
>along with guest faculty, and technical assistance from Webmistress Kim O
>Leary. Registration is limited to 250 participants and will be restricted
>to one applicant per institution, so register early.
>
>All applicants must have a computer with a minimum 14400 modem and access to
>the Internet (Netscape or Internet Explorer 4.0 or higher), and email. To
>register fill out the Registration Request Form at <www.nedcc.org> and
>submit to NEDCC. Confirmation of acceptance will be emailed by June 15,
>2001.
>
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>Date: Thu, 7 Jun 2001 14:17:38 -0400
>From: Carol Lucke <[log in to unmask]>
>Subject: Job posting
>
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>Science Educator/Technology Integration Specialist provide
>programmatic leadership for a new facility with computer, A/V and
>telecommunications technologies in support of environmental
>education. Specialist is responsible for innovative integration of
>computer technologies into programs for school groups, teachers and
>general public. Must have B.A./B.S. in environmental science or
>science education (M.A. preferred), expertise with a range of
>computer technologies, software and hardware, minimum 3 years
>experience in environmental education or public education and desire
>to work in a dynamic, growing institution. Salary low-mid $30K and
>generous benefits. Expanded description www. Ecotarium.org. Send
>letter, resume and names of 3 references to HR, EcoTarium, 222
>Harrington Way, Worcester, MA 01604. Review of applications begins
>June 28. AA/EOE
>--
>Carol Lucke
>Administrative Assistant
>EcoTarium
>222 Harrington Way
>Worcester, MA 01604
>ph: (508) 929-2767 fax: (508) 929-2701
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>Educator/Technology Integration Specialist</b> provide programmatic
>leadership for a new facility with computer, A/V and
>telecommunications technologies in support of environmental
>education. Specialist is responsible for innovative integration
>of computer technologies into programs for school groups, teachers and
>general public. Must have B.A./B.S. in environmental science or
>science education (M.A. preferred), expertise with a range of computer
>technologies, software and hardware, minimum 3 years experience
>in environmental education or public education and desire to work in a
>dynamic, growing institution. Salary low-mid $30K and generous
>benefits. Expanded description www. Ecotarium.org. Send
>letter, resume and names of 3 references to HR, EcoTarium, 222
>Harrington Way, Worcester, MA 01604. Review of
>applications begins June 28. AA/EOE</font></div>
>
><div>-- <br>
>Carol Lucke<br>
>Administrative Assistant<br>
>EcoTarium<br>
>222 Harrington Way<br>
>Worcester, MA 01604<br>
>ph: (508) 929-2767 fax: (508) 929-2701 </div>
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>Date: Fri, 8 Jun 2001 08:38:30 -0700
>From: Cil Earls <[log in to unmask]>
>Subject: Re: Historic house museums
>
>Dear Sharon,
>
>Thank you for the good questions, information sources, and the info on blue
>prints.
>
>The collection has a few historic, original documents which could be used
>in display, and a great deal of miscellaneous paper which helps interpret
>the house and contents but does not document the "period of significance"
>of the house. There is also a diversity of plans, permits, inspections,
>contracts for historic preservation activities, etc. I'm beginning to see
>that we have several sub-collections which are all useful, but must be kept
>apart from each other.
>
>Regards,
>Cil :>)
>
>Cil Earls, Executive Assistant
>Corporate and Foundation Relations
>203 Johnson Hall
>5266 University of Oregon
>Eugene, Oregon 97403-5266
>
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>Date: Fri, 8 Jun 2001 12:27:51 -0400
>From: Jennifer Jones <[log in to unmask]>
>Subject: Executive Director Wanted
>
>The Havre de Grace Decoy Museum seeks an experienced leader to administer
>all areas of museum operations. The Decoy Museum is an AAM-accredited,
>collections-based institution that focuses on decoy and waterfowling
>heritage of the Upper Chesapeake Bay. The museum has six staff members, a
>budget of $350,000, four permanent exhibits, developing educational
>programming, and an extensive series of annual special events. The ideal
>candidate would have experience in museum administration and/or training in
>museum studies.
>Applicants should submit a resume with cover letter, salary requirements,
>and available starting date to: Havre de Grace Decoy Museum, 215 Giles
>Street, Havre de Grace, MD 21078.
>
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>Date: Fri, 8 Jun 2001 13:49:03 -0500
>From: Linda Eastman <[log in to unmask]>
>Subject: Executive Director Position
>
>Job Posting: Executive Director, The Museums at Prophetstown, Inc.
>
>Position Title: Executive Director/CEO, The Museums at Prophetstown,
>Inc. (MAP)
>
>Accountable to MAP Board of Directors. When completed, MAP will include
>a Native American Interpretational Center, Prairie Environmental Center
>and a Living History Farm. MAP is dedicated to preserving and
>interpreting the rich historic heritage of the Woodland Native American
>and Wabash Valley agricultural history, culture and traditions; to
>restoring examples of Indiana's prairie and savanna ecosystems: and to
>sharing these treasures through educational experiences and cultural
>programs. For a more complete description of MAP consult website:
>www.prophetstown.org.
>
>Desired Qualifications: Dynamic leader with University degree in
>academic or related field; five years relevant experience; personal
>integrity and commitment to the goals and vision of MAP.
>
>Principal duties and responsibilities:
>
>Museums Management: Responsible for oversight of all aspects of MAP
>operations including exhibitions; curatorial responsibilities;
>accreditation; facilities and grounds; appropriate storage of all MAP
>collections; and safety and welfare of all visitors, staff and
>volunteers.
>
>Development: Responsible for financial development for the Museums
>including membership, capital campaigns and special events.
>
>Public Relations: Responsible for being primary spokesperson for the
>Museums and providing the leadership for local, state, regional and
>national marketing and outreach of MAP through all appropriate media.
>
>Staff Management: Responsible for developing an organizational
>structure, hiring and retaining qualified employees and providing the
>leadership and training of personnel to meet or exceed the expectations
>of the mission, vision and strategic plan of MAP.
>
>Financial Management: Responsible for developing and maintaining high
>standards in administrative processes for all financial transactions and
>financial record keeping, and for the formulation and adherence to the
>annual operating budget.
>
>Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. MAP is a
>non-profit, equal opportunity employer. Submit applications, detailed
>resume and/or inquires to:
>
>Chair, Director Search Committee
>The Museums at Prophetstown, Inc.
>P.O. Box 331
>Battle Ground, Indiana 47920-0331
>
>Office: 765-567-4700 Fax: 765-567-4736
>
>email: [log in to unmask]
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>Date: Fri, 8 Jun 2001 15:09:34 -0500
>From: Lin Nelson-Mayson <[log in to unmask]>
>Subject: Collection Purchasing Authority
>
>As we are all affected by the speed of on-line auctions, have other museums
>adopted a policy of purchase levels for the collection? By this I refer to
>price levels of objects that curators/directors have the authority to
>purchase before it requires the collections committee or board
>authorization. We are considering developing a table of levels that would
>range from lower-priced objects purchased with in-house approval to very
>expensive objects that would require approval of the full board before
>purchasing. At this point it looks something like this:
>
>LEVELS OF PURCHASING AUTHORITY
>Discretionary Purchases - Purchases made and reported to Collections
>Committee (ColCom) and Board
>
> Price of Object Approval Needed
> Up to $500 Director
> $501-2,000 Director, Chair of ColCom
> $2,001 - 5,000 Director, Chair of ColCom, Chair of
Board
>
>Non-discretionary Purchases - ColCom recommends to Board for ratification
>before purchase
>
> Price of Object Approval Needed
> $5,001 - 150,000 Director, Majority of ColCom
> Over $150,001 Director, Majority of ColCom, Board
>
>
>Lin Nelson-Mayson, Curator
>Minnesota Museum of American Art
>651.292.4370
>www.mtn.org/MMAA/
>
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>Date: Fri, 8 Jun 2001 16:23:10 -0400
>From: Mary Agnes Beach <[log in to unmask]>
>Subject: Re: Collection Purchasing Authority
>
>My acquisitions committee wants to give me authority to purchase within the
>collecting guidelines we as a committee are establishing up to $5k. I am
>curator of collections and exhibitions at a small community art museum.
>
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>Date: Fri, 8 Jun 2001 15:55:41 -0500
>From: Lisa Moellering <[log in to unmask]>
>Subject: Museum shop software
>
>Is anyone using Cash Register Express for their book/museum shop? We are
>looking for a windows-based software and this one looked good - an
>inexpensive.
>
>Lisa Moellering
>Holocaust Museum Houston
>5401 Caroline Street
>Houston, TX 77004
>713/942-8000 ext. 120
>fax: 713/942-7953
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