The American Association for State and Local History is offering spring
1999 workshops

The American Association for State and Local History is once again
partnering with history organizations across the country. AASLH’s
workshops meet the needs of entry-level and mid-career history
professionals looking to improve their skills. The workshops address
subjects in a “hands-on” environment designed to give participants
practical guidance that capitalizes on existing skills while challenging
the development of new skills. Space is limited to provide a quality
learning experience.

“Interpretation: From Idea to Implementation”
Furthers the study of interpretation strategies and addresses current
critical issues within the interpretation field.

Dates and Locations:
Glessner House Museum, Chicago, Illinois
May 6-8, 1999, Registration deadline is April 1, 1999

Conner Prairie, Fishers, Indiana
June 10-12, 1999, Registration deadline is May 1, 1999

“Issues in Historic House Museums”
Addresses key issues specific to the house museum environment including:
mission and administration, historic house interpretation, fundraising,
restoration, and making the community part of your site.

Dates and Locations:
Galveston Historical Foundation, Galveston, Texas
May 20-22, 1999, Registration deadline is April 15, 1999

Belle Meade Plantation, Belmont Mansion, Travelers’ Rest and The
Hermitage:
Home of President Andrew Jackson, Nashville, Tennessee
April 15-17, 1999, Registration deadline is March 15, 1999
(sold out)

“Making History With Your Community”
Through hands-on learning experiences participants are trained in the
fundamentals of historic resource management and developing their
institution’s role in the local community.

Dates and Locations:
Utah Division of State History, Salt Lake City, Utah
April 8-10, 1999, Registration deadline is March 1, 1999

Ohio Historical Society, Columbus, Ohio
June 3-5, 1999, Registration deadline is May 1, 1999

State Historical Society of North Dakota, Bismarck, North Dakota
July 29-31, 1999, Registration deadline is June 25, 1999

AASLH provides leadership, service, and support for its members who
preserve and interpret state and local history in order to make the past
more meaningful in American Society. AASLH provides publications and
technical information, professional development opportunities, an annual
meeting, monthly newsletter, quarterly magazine, and support in the
national arena. For more information about AASLH’s professional
development workshops contact Lauren Batte by: phone 615-320-320; fax
615-327-9013; or email [log in to unmask]