This Friday is the Opening Ceremonies for the Summer Olympic Games and all I can think about is the theme of last year’s American Association of State and Local History’s Annual Meeting, Commemoration: The Promise of New Beginnings. Why? As has been discussed quite a bit in the media recently, this year marks the 40th anniversary … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: July 2012
Preserving A Hero’s Story: Nelson Mandela’s Online Archive
“Memory is a vital force in the life of people and nations.” -Nelson Mandela Today is Nelson Mandela International Day. This is a day marked by service around the world (at least 67 minutes for his 67 years of service), as well as the 94th birthday of the international freedom hero. President Obama said in a … Continue reading
New Beginnings: Any Advice?
Last week you voted on my new Twitter handle (it’s @MuseumMinute, btw). This week has been pretty hectic, personally and professionally, as I prepare for my move to another city. This is my first blog post for the week and my tweets have been few. In all of the crazy, I did happen to catch the … Continue reading
My New Twitter Handle Is…
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Vote For My New Twitter Handle
First of all, thank you for the well wishes. I am so thankful to be a part of such a supportive field. Museum people really are the best. Your emails, texts and comments on Twitter, Facebook and Museum Minute are sincerely appreciated. Second, it’s time to vote for my new Twitter handle. The nominees below … Continue reading
I Have An Announcement…
I have an announcement… A chapter in my life is closing. I am leaving the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center. I have enjoyed my five years at the NURFC. I have had the opportunity to grow, learn and spread my museo-wings (who knew that I would discover some graphic design talent along the way?!). My … Continue reading
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