Sometimes I forget how great it is to be a tourist in my own town. I have lived in Chicago for eight years. Like many locals in a big city, I find that I don’t venture out to many cultural institutions unless I’m acting as a tour guide for visitors. When friends and family visit, … Continue reading
Tag Archives: Local History
An Adorable* Museum
One of the most exciting things about being a museum consultant is getting the opportunity to visit with museums of all sizes and with all different kinds of collections. I recently had the opportunity to visit the Eagle Grove Museum, which is housed in an adorable, 1903 Carnegie Library. The Museum has been mostly closed … Continue reading
The Windmill
If you’re not from Iowa, you might read the word “Pella” and think of the window manufacturer. Well, you’re not far off — the company is based in Pella, Iowa, a small town about 45 minutes south east of Des Moines. I recently had the opportunity to visit Pella to complete a needs assessment for … Continue reading
Soup’s On
I recently began working part-time at the Iowa Jewish Historical Society. The Historical Society is a hidden gem and I’m looking forward to increasing the publicity of the lovely exhibit gallery and fantastic collection. When you start a job, it takes a while to learn about your job and the ins and outs of the … Continue reading
Museum Minute 