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Table of
Contents:
1. TRAINING
OPPORTUNITIES AND CONFERENCES
GenFest 2007
Basics of Archives Online Course Registration Open
AASLH Performance Management Deadline Approaching
2. PROGRAMS
Summer Event Schedule for Sugar Creek Historical Society
LCHGS announces Indiana Basketball Legend Bobby Plump Dinner/Lecture
Hand-made and Heartfelt Tour
Prides of the City Tour
Civil War Day Camp at The
History Camp
3. IHS NEWS
IHS Acquires Ancestry Library Edition
4. CALL FOR
PAPERS
"Legacies of Abraham Lincoln" for 2008 Symposium
5. EXHIBITS
A.G. Edwards Brings Classic American Artwork to The
6.
ORGANIZATIONS IN THE NEWS
7. JOB
OPPORTUNITIES
Public Relations Intern,
History Education Specialist 4,
Educational Program Assistant, The
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1. TRAINING
OPPORTUNITIES AND CONFERENCES
GenFest
2007
Marion
Public Library is pleased to announce that GenFest 2007 will be held in Marion
on June 8 and 9. GenFest originated at a picnic for genealogists in
A casual
grilled dinner will kick-off GenFest 2007 on Friday, June 8. The Company
Singers, a Civil War-period vocal group from
The Indiana
Room will reopen on Saturday, June 9, at 9 a.m. Both the library and the
All events
are free except for the purchase of food. People from fourteen states have
registered to attend GenFest 2007. Registration forms are available in the
Indiana Room at the Marion Public Library as well as on the library website:
www.marion.lib.in.us/genfest/genfest07.htm. Please call Rhonda Stoffer at (765)
668-2900 extension 153 or email rstoffer@marion.lib.in.us for further
information.
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Basics of
Archives Online Course Registration Open
The
registration for AASLH’s Basics of Archives Online Course is now open. The
course is scheduled for June 4 – July 6. Basics of Archives was developed in
cooperation with Council of State Historical Records Coordinators, the
To purchase
the course, go to www.aaslhnet.org/aaslhssa/ecssashop.shopping_page and scroll
to the bottom of the page for the Online Workshop link.
Contact
Bethany Hawkins, Program Associate at hawkins@aaslh.org or (615) 320-3203 with
any questions about this or other upcoming workshops.
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AASLH
Performance Management Deadline Approaching
June 15 is
the deadline to sign up for the American Association of State and Local
History's Performance Management program. The next group will not start until
January 2008.
Don’t miss
your last opportunity this year to set your institution on a new course that
will change how staff, volunteers and board members define success!
Performance
Management helps museums and historic houses improve their position with
visitors. Through the program’s tested survey instrument and resulting report,
participating institutions receive valuable information about visitor
satisfaction and opinions plus support material for strategic planning,
fundraising, marketing and program development.
AASLH
member institutions receive the complete Performance Management package for
$3,500 ($4,200 for non-members).
Coming
soon! Performance Management's new survey measuring teacher and student
satisfaction with museum education programs. The first group begins in August.
Sign up now!
To sign up
for either program, or to request additional information, contact Cherie Cook,
project director, at cook@aaslh.org or at (316) 721-9956. More information is
also available at www.aaslh.org/perfmanagement.
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2. PROGRAMS
Summer
Event Schedule for Sugar Creek Historical Society
With the
seasonal opening of the Sugar Creek Historical Society on Saturday, May 27,
there will be favorite returning programs and some new events to fill the
summer with opportunities for audiences of all ages.
The
Noted local
wood sculptor C. L. White will present a “Spoon & Noggin” carving class
from 8a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 16, at the
A day trip
to
Chautauqua
Week, July 13-14, will feature “Fur Trade Culture: Products & Skills of
Native People & European Traders” at the museum. The hands-on workshop, sponsored
by the Indiana Humanities Council, will feature nationally known instructors
Larry and Karen Kincer, Craig and Linda White, Ron and Shirley Kennedy and
Kevin Stonerock. Participants will create trade jewelry, knap flint and bead
and quill work, and learn finger weaving. Additionally, discussions in trade, a
visit with a fur trader, a traditional evening meal and a drum demonstration
are included in the two-day event. Registration is $80 for the workshop and all
materials are included. To register or to receive more information about the
workshop, call (765) 436-7966 or e-mail gundogranch@frontiernet.net.
The fourth
season of “Third Thursday” monthly concerts on the lawn will start June 14 with
perennial favorite Tat’s Katz jazz ensemble at 6:30 p.m. on the back deck of
the Museum. Bring your lawn chair and join the fun. The concerts are free and
open to the public. Donations are greatly appreciated.
Volunteers
and sponsors are needed to keep this free concert program viable. Please
contact Helen Weisflog at (765) 325-2843 to learn more about the SCHS volunteer
program. To sponsor a concert, please contact Patricia Gillogly at (765)
436-7966.
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LCHGS
announces Indiana Basketball Legend Bobby Plump Dinner/Lecture
The
Lawrence County Historical and Genealogical Society in cooperation with the
Lawrence County Community Foundation present, "An Evening with Indiana
Basketball Legend Bobby Plump,” 6-9 p.m., Saturday, June 9, at the
Plump was a
member of the Milan Indians who won the 1954 Indiana State Basketball
Championship. Plump hit the shot that gave
The evening
begins at 6 p.m. with an opportunity to meet Plump and have photographs taken.
At 7 p.m., Lawrence County Museum Director Marla Jones gives a welcome and a
synopsis of the evening. A dinner featuring prime rib or chicken
After
approximately 25 minutes of roundtable discussion, Plump will present his
program and field questions. The event is scheduled to end shortly before 9
p.m.
Tickets for
the evening are available for $35 each or $240 for a table of eight. Tickets
are available at the
The evening
is a benefit for the Lawrence County Museum of History and Edward L. Hutton
Research Library, and is underwritten in part through a grant from the Lawrence
County Community Foundation.
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Hand-made
and Heartfelt Tour
One June
11, travel with Historic Landmarks Foundation of Indiana to Berne in
northeastern
For more
information or to make a reservation, contact Deb Slater at (317) 639-4534,
(800) 450-4534 or statetours@historiclandmarks.org.
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Prides of
the City Tour
Explore
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Civil War
Day Camp at The
Wanted:
Fun-loving 9- to 12-year-old boys and girls for Civil War Day Camp, June 18-22,
9 a.m.–12 p.m.
This
history camp is focused on the Civil War years. This year, in conjunction with
our temporary exhibition _Bleeding Blue and Gray: Civil War Medicine_,
sponsored by
Cost is $70
for members; $80 for non-members. Space is limited, so put Civil War Day Camp
on your calendar today. Registrations are requested by June 12. Learn about
this fascinating period in American history, have fun and make new friends.
For more
information call The Lincoln Museum Education Department (260) 455-5606. Civil
War Day Camp will be held at The Lincoln Museum 200 East Berry Street, Fort
Wayne.
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History
Camp
Children
who have recently completed the third of fourth grades are invited to come to
the Johnson County Museum of History for a week-long History Camp. Campers will
visit each day from 9 a.m. to noon, beginning Monday, June 23 through Friday,
July 27. Campers will learn about historical time periods from pre-1750 to the
present through participation in craft activities, games and presentations.
Through a multitude of activities developed by a retired elementary school
teacher, children will experience life as a pioneer, Native American, Civil War
soldier and more!
Participation
is limited to 25 children and will be admitted on a first-come, first-served
basis. Cost is $50 for non-members and $40 for members and must be paid in
advance by cash or check at the museum, or with a credit card online at
www.johnsoncountymuseum.org.
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3. IHS NEWS
IHS
Acquires Ancestry Library Edition
The Indiana
Historical Society is proud to announce the recent acquisition and installation
of Ancestry Library Edition, an online genealogy site with access to more than
4,000 databases and two billion names. Ancestry Library Edition has
unparalleled coverage of the United States, including:
U.S.
Federal Census images and indexes from 1790 to 1930;
Vital,
church, court, and immigration records;
More than
1,000 historical maps;
Daughters
of the American Revolution Lineage (over 150 volumes);
Social Security
Death Index (updated monthly);
WWI Draft
Registration Cards;
Federal
Slave Narratives; and more.
Ancestry
Library complements the Society's other on-site databases available to staff
and researchers. The IHS continues to subscribe to HeritageQuest Online, which
is a wonderful resource for full-text state, local, and family histories.
HeritageQuest Online also offers Periodical Source Index (PERSI). Produced with
Allen County Public Library, PERSI is a comprehensive index covering genealogy
and local history periodicals written since 1800.
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4. CALL FOR
PAPERS
"Legacies
of Abraham Lincoln" for 2008 Symposium
The
Illinois State Historical Society invites proposals for papers to be delivered
before the 2008 Illinois History Symposium, which will be held in
Papers on
Deadline
for proposals is November 19, 2007. Please direct questions to Michael
Batinski, symposium chair, at hreivew@siu.edu.
For more
information about the symposium, call the Society office at (217) 525-2781.
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5. EXHIBITS
A.G.
Edwards Brings Classic American Artwork to The
The
Consisting
of more than twenty images produced during the 19th and 20th centuries, the
A.G. Edwards exhibition features a variety of pieces that visually define the
ideas of liberty and the American spirit.
The pieces
in the American Spirit exhibit take the observer on a pictorial expedition
through the history of our nation, from images of 19th century “stump” speeches
through several Liberty Bond and other assorted posters produced during World
War I. The signature piece for the show, "The County Election by George
Caleb Bingham*," shows citizens lining up on the steps of the county
courthouse to cast their votes. Together with his "Canvassing for a
Vote," Bingham’s works provide a glimpse of the communal nature of mid-nineteenth-century
American politics.
The
collection artwork then enters the latter 20th-century’s pop art movement,
highlighted by the work of Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein. In addition, Peter
Kaplan’s close-up photographs of the Statue of Liberty showcase his specialty
of “height photography” as well as the ability to view landmarks in new and
interesting ways. One of his photographs visitors may find especially
thought-provoking is titled simply "April 13, 1983." Taken in
the early morning hours, the photo captures the left foot of the Statue of
Liberty in the foreground and the
A.G.
Edwards maintains a collection of art that includes prints, photography and
vintage posters. In 1991, the firm created the traveling exhibit program,
encouraging branch offices to partner with local art institutions to bring
selections of the corporate collection to their communities. Since the
program’s inception, A.G. Edwards branches have collaborated with more than
sixty institutions across the country to sponsor various exhibits.
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6.
ORGANIZATIONS IN THE NEWS
The
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7. JOB
OPPORTUNITIES
Public
Relations Intern,
About the
Since 1830,
the Indiana Historical Society (IHS) has been
About the
internship
The Public
Relations Intern works with the Media Relations Manager and the Marketing &
Public Relations Department to promote the IHS and its programs through media,
public and community relations efforts and initiatives. The intern will assist
in the development of press releases, kits and other media-related materials;
assist with media pitches using a variety of methods and avenues; promote
specific events and activities relating to the IHS public programs,
collections, conservation and publishing efforts; assist with tracking and
valuation of media coverage; and assist departmental staff with other special
projects as needed.
Essential
knowledge, abilities, and skills
Candidates
should be interested in learning more about a career in communications,
marketing and/or publications. Interns must be able to work in an organized and
efficient manner with an attention to detail and have the ability to handle
multiple tasks and project simultaneously. Must have the ability to follow
instructions as well as communicate effectively, orally and in writing. Also
necessary is a familiarity with a variety of computer applications and
programs, including Microsoft Office.
Qualifications
Please
note: internship is open to applicants who are currently enrolled as
undergraduates or who have received a bachelor’s degree in the last 12 months.
Required:
1. Working
knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and the Internet.
2. Course
work in journalism, public relations and/or communications.
Hours/timeframe
The
internship's hours are 20 per week; schedule is flexible between the hours of
Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Time frame for the internship is 12
weeks, summer 2007; start and end dates are negotiable.
Pay/benefits
Undergraduate
internships at the IHS are unpaid. IHS provides interns with free parking, a
discount in its store (Basile History Market) and reciprocal benefits at other
cultural organizations in
How to
apply
Please send
cover letter, resume; names, addresses and telephone numbers of two references;
and grade transcript to Susan P. Brown; Vice President, Human Resources;
Indiana Historical Society; 450 W. Ohio St., Indianapolis, IN 46202. E-mail:
sbrown@indianahistory.org. Fax: (317) 234-0076.
The Indiana
Historical Society is an equal opportunity employer.
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History
Education Specialist 4,
This job
opportunity was posted Thursday, May 17, 2007 in the State of
Job
Description
Position
duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
I.
Participate
as a member of the Historical Marker Program team
a. Working with other members of the
marker team prepare application materials for the program taking into account
changes in guidelines established by the Indiana Library and Historical Board,
general fund appropriations from the General Assembly and any special program
emphases.
b. Carry out processing of
applications, working with the Director, Program Coordinator, other History
Education Specialists and Historical Editors (the Marker Team). This process
includes review of submitted materials, historical research to document the marker
application topics—especially using primary source materials, evaluation of
sources and evidence and preparation of accurate written narratives to convey
the importance of the topic for text writing. This work is coordinated by the
Program Coordinator.
c. Attend weekly meetings of the Marker
Team to review the progress of application processing.
d. As needed, help represent the state
at marker dedications (generally weekend days) often giving speeches and media
interviews, issue press releases, maintain historical/archival files, make
recommendations for changes in procedures/policies for the program, update and
implement the marketing plan for the program.
e. As needed, help to implement the
marker repair and maintenance program.
f.
As
needed, help to implement the Cemetery Heritage Initiative and other special
format signs, including preparation of camera-ready artwork.
II.
Participate
in the development, implementation, and evaluation of all Bureau program
components.
a. Maintain, develop, and revise
educational materials about
b. Participate in the evaluation of
materials, resources and programs of the Bureau, and make recommendations to
the Director.
c. Be aware of current Bureau projects
and contribute to their success as needed.
III.
Participate
in the development, research, writing and production of educational and other
publications as assigned.
a. Develop educational and
instructional curriculum materials, which encourage the study of
b. Carry out research and copy
preparation according to agency standards, including the maintenance of a
database of resources and references for each project and computer files of
prepared copy.
c. Develop and produce other Bureau
materials for print and Web publication.
IV.
Participate
in long and short term planning for the agency.
a. Demonstrate an understanding of the
goals of the agency and understand how the programs, publications and activities
fit into the larger context.
b. Take an active role in agency
planning sessions and help to develop program goals, objectives and individual
work plans that fit within the larger context.
c. Help to implement and monitor
achievement of adopted short and long term goals for agency programs,
publications and other services.
d. Participate in the evaluation of
materials, resources and programs of the Bureau, and make recommendations to
the Director.
e. Take part in the continuing
evaluation, updating and improvement of established guidelines and procedures
for events and activities in order to increase the effectiveness of limited
resources.
f.
Be
aware of current Bureau projects and contribute to their success as needed.
V.
Interact
with various constituents of Bureau programs, publications and activities.
a. Plan, design and/or construct
displays and exhibits that convey to audiences what programs, publications and
activities the Bureau has available for the public. Make these exhibits
available in the state complex, at meetings and events, at workshops and on the
Web site to reach a variety of audiences.
b. Plan and present programs and
related workshops, seminars, exhibits, and tours—which are frequently
collaborations with other agencies and organizations—for students, teachers and
the general public about history education and the programs and publications of
the Bureau. Provide Web extensions for these activities.
c. Serve on or monitor advisory
committees, commissions, etc. related to collaborative programs supported by the
Bureau as part of its mission, such as, the Women's History Trail Project,
smartDESKTOP, American Indian Initiative, Underground Railroad Initiative,
Indiana Council for History Education, Commemorations, etc.
VI.
Market
products for sale by the Bureau and create higher visibility for the agency.
a. Create or support educational
displays of sale materials in the Bureau Book Shop and
b. Prepare press releases about Bureau
programs, publications and activities and distribute them to news media.
c. Seek out and supply information in
other venues that can promote Bureau products and the mission of the Bureau.
VII.
Carry
out required administrative needs.
a. Complete reports for meetings of the
Indiana Library and Historical Board.
b. Complete required staff activity
forms.
c. Back up for order fulfillment when
necessary.
d. Back up customer service needs for
book shop and answer agency’s main phone line.
e. Help with stocking of publications
and inventory movement as necessary.
Responsibilities
The History
Education Specialist 4s, the Historical Editor 4s, and the Program Coordinator
4 form the Programs and Publications Division. Bureau programs and publications
are achieved through a team approach, which encompasses all agency staff. Each
History Education Specialist may take the lead for various functions in the job
description. History Education Specialist 4s, along with other employees, play
an active part in the planning, implementation and evaluation of Bureau
programs, publications, activities and projects and advising the Director on
various topics. Because of the small number of employees in the Bureau, the
History Education Specialists and other employees are called upon to carry out
various administrative duties necessary to the operation of the agency.
Qualifications
Preferred
knowledge, skills and abilities include knowledge of and ability to carry out
historical research in primary sources; to evaluate sources and evidence; to
prepare accurate, clear and concise narratives; public programming and
educational programming experience; knowledge of Indiana and U.S. history.
Four (4)
years full-time professional experience in the development or coordination of
an historical or cultural program. Substitutions: Accredited college training
in any of the following areas may substitute for the required experience with a
maximum substitution of four (4) years. (Fifteen (15) semester hours in Anthropology;
Archaeology; Education; History; or in a related area.)
Benefits
The State
of
APPLICANTS
MUST APPLY ONLINE THROUGH THE JOB BANK. Please go to
http://www.in.gov/jobs/stateemployment/fe/apply.html to begin the process.
Please include a copy of your resume in your online profile.
ALSO SHOULD
SEND THEIR RESUME AND A COVER LETTER TO pbennett@statelib.lib.in.us IN ADDITION
TO ENTERING MATERIALS IN THE JOB BANK.
Equal
Employment
The State
of
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Educational
Program Assistant, The
The
Send resume
and three references to: The Lincoln Museum,
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COMMUNIQUE
ONLINE is provided for the benefit of local historical societies and museums
throughout
News
releases from local societies are welcomed and may be faxed to 317/234-0427,
E-mailed to the above address, or s-mailed to Local History Services, Indiana
Historical Society,
Please
visit the IHS Local History Services web site at www.indianahistory.org/lhs.
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