> Remember, most museums are doing more with fewer people, so do a little >background work before you send off your resume. Then, go to conferences >and meet people; your work will pay off with a job that fits you and the >institution. > True, but I just can't believe anyone would really just copy down addresses and send an identical form letter to every museum without at least reading a description of the place. I have always believed people who wanted to work in museums were much more thoughtful than that. Am I naive? Also, when I was a student, I couldn't afford to go to national conferences. Sharyn Horowitz, The Health Museum [log in to unmask] 8911 Euclid Avenue Cleveland, OH 44160 (216) 231-5010 fax 216-231-5129