AASLH Offers Online Learning Opportunities in January

 

AASLH is offering two online learning opportunities in the month of January.

 

Basics of Archives Online Course - The course is scheduled for January 5 – February 6.  The Basics of Archives was developed in cooperation with COSHRC, the Michigan Historical Center, the New York State Archives, and the Ohio Historical Society, and with a grant from IMLS. Participants proceed at their own pace through this online workshop that covers the basics of archives management and practices including acquiring collections, processing, housing and preservation, and providing access.  Cost for the workshop is $85 for members and $150 for nonmembers.  The deadline for registration is December 31.  For more information or to register, go to www.aaslh.org/basicsofarchives.htm

 

Going Green Webinar – This three-session webinar is scheduled for January 8, 15, and 22 at 1 p.m.-2:15 p.m. eastern time.  Led by Sarah Brophy, co-author of The Green Museum: A Primer on Environmental Practice from AltaMira Press, will help you explore ways to make your historical organization environmentally friendly.  Topics will include green events, energy efficiency, and what to consider when making decisions on how green to be.  Cost for the webinar is $145 for members and $210 for nonmembers.  There is a 10% discount for groups of 5-14.  The deadline for registration is January 2.  For more information or to register, go to www.aaslh.org/GoingGreen.htm.

 

Please contact Bethany Hawkins, Program Associate at [log in to unmask] or 615-320-3203 if you have any questions about these or other upcoming workshops.

 

 

 

Bethany Hawkins

Program Associate

American Association for State and Local History

1717 Church St.

Nashville, TN 37203

615-320-3203

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AASLH's 2009 Professional Development schedule is now available at www.aaslh.org/workshop.htm.