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The is still time to sign up for one of these excellent online courses that start on February 5, 2018.

MS 101: Introduction to Museums

February 5 to March 2, 2018

Instructor: Kimberly Kenney

Location: http://museumclasses.org

Description:

The United States has more than 17,000 museums, we can only guess at the world's total. While most people think of a museum as a well-staffed, professionally run institution, the vast majority of museums are started and run by people with little or no basic training in museum studies or preservation. Introduction to Museums is designed to change that. The course introduces basic concepts, terminology and the role of various staff members, including curators, registrars and directors. Introduction to Museums is aimed at staff members, board members, interns, volunteers, as well as anyone interested in becoming a museum professional or learning more about the profession.

For more information or to sign up: https://www.collectioncare.org/introduction-museums-line-course

MS 235: Scripting the Exhibition

February 5 to March 2, 2018

Instructor: Karin Hostetter

Location: http://museumclasses.org

Description:

So much to say and so little space in which to say it. That is the dilemma when scripting an exhibition. How do you say what needs to be said in the space available? How do you even figure out how to limit the information in the first place? Discover the value of themes, tangibles, intangibles, and universals in writing exhibit text that visitors really want to read -- and remember. Additional resources provided on font size and colors as well as label layout.

For more information or to sign up: https://www.collectioncare.org/scripting-exhibition-line-course

MS 238: Design and Construction of Exhibit Mounts

February 5 to March 16, 2018

Instructor: Tom Bennett

Location: http://museumclasses.org

Description:

Sprucing up your exhibits with safe, effective, inexpensive mounts can be easier and more fun than you thought. With a few tools, good technique and a bit of practice, you will be well on the way to presenting your objects in their most interesting light, with an eye on long-term safety and security. Design and Construction of Exhibit Mounts presents the basics of mountmaking for the small to medium-sized museum including tools, techniques and materials. Be prepared to construct mounts during the course. Students will be sent a list of materials and tools to acquire before the course commences. Come along and exercise your creative side while doing the collection a world of good.

For more information or to sign up: https://www.collectioncare.org/design-and-construction-exhibit-mounts-line-course

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