The Manassas Museum holds a few events off site and we ALWAYS count this as visitation.  For example, two summers ago we started a program called "Museum at the Market" - we have a table at the local farmers market every Saturday and offer a hands-on experience for kids.  Our Education Coordinator runs this with the help if his part time summer student interns.  In addition, I often give "curator talks" at local retirement homes since that group can't get to us.  We also have an active program that puts staff in school classrooms to give talks on everything from Native Americans to black history.  I'm happy to chat with you off list if you have specific questions.



Mary Helen Dellinger, Curator

Manassas Museum System

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Hello,

The museum I work at is entering its second year.  Now, we are working on programming for next year to ensure that we are even more successful than the first.  In addition to trying to bring in school groups we are wanting to have more events at the museum.  Last year we had about 3 with decent turnout.  This year we are trying to expand it to 6.  I would like to try for several other events in addition to this.  One of the concerns is, having one or two off premise.  The issue being, if we don't have it elsewhere then it doesn't "count" since people aren't coming through our doors for the event.  So I have a few questions.  How does your museum handle things?  Do you have all your events on site or do you have one or two elsewhere?  What kinds of events and how many do you have?  If you could, could you please state the name of your organization if you answer.  Any help is appreciated, thanks.



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