CAM E-NEWS 2/16/05
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| PRESIDENT BUSH RELEASES FY 2006 FEDERAL BUDGET |
The release of the President's budget initiates AAM's year-long effort to secure appropriations for IMLS and other federal agencies that support the museum community. Among the primary federal programs that support museums, the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) was the only agency whose proposed budget includes an increase over its FY 2005 appropriations. The FY 2006 request for IMLS museum services is $38.915 million which is a $4.19 million increase over FY 2005. First time funding is requested for a separate IMLS program authorized in the African American History and Culture Act at $2 million. For FY 2006, the President has requested $121.3 million for NEA and $138.1 million for NEH. The President has level-funded these programs--he has neither offered an increase, nor has he requested any cuts. However, he has proposed a redistribution of $6.5 million that would result in a 30 percent cut in the NEA Challenge America program. A budget chart on AAM's Web site outlines the funding levels requested for IMLS, NEA, NEH, the National Science Foundation (and Informal Science Education), and the U.S. Department of Education.
To learn more about museum advocacy at the federal level, visit AAM's Advocacy Website and the Americans for the Arts Advocacy Website.
| GOOGLE OFFERS FREE SEARCH TOOLS FOR NON-PROFITS |
Google, through its new Public Service Search section, is offering nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status two free search tools for use on their Web sites: SiteSearch, for searching within sites, and WebSearch, enabling users to search the Internet by keyword. The new, cost-free service also offers traffic reports, unlimited queries, and allows for customization, and no banner ads or other paid advertising will show on search result pages. For more information, visit http://services.google.com/pss_faq.html.
| NEW ACCREDITATION STANDARDS FOR MUSEUMS |
The AAM Accreditation Commission has released a revised set of Characteristics of an Accreditable Museum, Accreditation Commission Expectations, Core Questions, and eligibility criteria. These documents, effective January 1, 2005, are the framework of the Accreditation Program and collectively regarded as the standards for accreditation. The revised Accreditation documents reflect changes in how society and the museum field regard issues such as public accountability, community engagement, and measuring achievement. The new set of characteristics replaces the version in use since 1995. The new accreditation standards, plus a full summary of the changes, are available at www.aam-us.org/museumresources/accred.
| REMINDER: CAM CONFERENCE IN 2006 |
SAVE THE DATE! The next CAM conference, Eyes on the Horizon: Envisioning and Realizing Our Future, will be held February 21-24, 2006 at the Monterey Beach Resort in Monterey. Monterey's breathtaking natural beauty and cultural offerings will be the backdrop for an unforgettable conference. We hope you will take advantage of this opportunity to network with your colleagues, acquire new skills and knowledge, and get reinvigorated on the beaches of Monterey. Requests for session proposals will be available in the near future. For more information, please contact Celeste DeWald at 831/471-9970 or cam@calmuseums.org.
| AAM 99th ANNUAL MEETING |
The American Association of Museums (AAM) will host its 99th Annual Meeting in Indianapolis on May 1-5, 2005. The AAM annual meeting will explore the latest trends in such areas as museum management, collections stewardship, museum education, marketing, public relations, technology, and development and funding. As AAM begins the countdown to its Centennial year, program sessions, workshops, and keynote speakers examine what American museums have achieved and what they strive to accomplish in advancing the ideals of their communities. Attendees also can learn about the latest products and services from the hundreds of companies exhibiting at the meeting's exhibit hall, MuseumExpo. Detailed information about the 2004 AAM Annual Meeting is available online at www.aam-us.org/am05/.
| OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS |
WMA 2005 ANNUAL CONFERENCE
The Western Museums Association 2005 Annual Conference, A Rose by Any Other Name: Integrity, Mission, Authenticity, will be held from September 28th to October 2nd, 2005 in Pasadena and Los Angeles. This year's annual meeting explores how museums are donning the guise of the entertainment industry, educational institutions, and community service organizations. How does the museum maintain it’s sweetness — it’s integrity, mission, and authenticity — in an environment increasingly challenging the core values of our profession? For more information, visit www.westmuse.org/Pasadena%20Theme.html.
LEGAL PROBLEMS IN MUSEUM ADMINISTRATION
The 2005 ALI-ABA Course of Study, Legal Problems of Museum Administration will be held from March 30 through April 1, 2005, in San Francisco at the Argent Hotel and the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. A full program description and online registration are available on the web, at www.ali-aba.org/aliaba/ck061.htm.
COMMUNITY ARTS PARTNERSHIP RECEIVES COMING UP TALLER AWARD
The Community Arts Partnership in Valencia, California, received a Coming Up Taller Award from the President's Committee on the Arts and the Humanities. The Community Arts Partnership is a California Institute of the Arts program that enables youth from some Los Angeles County's most disadvantaged neighborhoods to build valuable communication, critical thinking, social and technical skills. The Coming Up Taller Awards recognize and support outstanding community arts and humanities programs that celebrate the creativity of America's young people. For more information, visit http://www.cominguptaller.org/new.html.
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF MUSEUM AND FACILITY MANAGERS MEETING
The Northern California Chapter of the International Association of Museum Facility Administrators will hold its winter quarterly meeting on Wednesday February 16, 2005, from noon to 2:30pm at the Blackhawk Museum in Danville. For more information or to RSVP, contact Joe Brennan, Chapter Chair, at jbrennan@SFMOMA.org.
"SMALL IS BEAUTIFUL" LUNCHEON AT THE AAM ANNUAL MEETING
The Small Museum Administrators Committee of AAM (SMAC-AAM) is hosting the “Small is Beautiful” luncheon at the AAM Annual Meeting on Small Museum Day (Monday, May 2, 2005). The planned activities focus on small museum issues that include: concurrent sessions on strategic planning and collaborative marketing programs; a luncheon celebrating the accomplishments of small museums; and informal roundtable discussions at the Small Museum Administrators Marketplace of Ideas. For more information, visit www.aam-us.org/aamlatest/annualmtg/0205-am-info.cfm.
NATIONAL INTERPRETIVE PLANNING COLLOQUIUM APPLICATIONS DUE MARCH 18, 2005
The Indianapolis Children's Museum will host the National Interpretive Planning Colloquium at the AAM annual meeting on Thursday, May 5, 2005. Registration is complimentary, but participation is based on competitive application. Up to 80 applicants will be chosen to represent diverse museums, independent professionals, and various areas of museum expertise. Preference will be given to museums who commit to sending two staff members, and board members are welcome. Application forms for museum staff and for independent professionals, and additional information, are available on the AAM Web site at www.aam-us.org/getinvolved/learn/seminars.cfm. Application deadline is March 18, 2005.
2005 NATIONAL COUNCIL ON PUBLIC HISTORY MEETING
The National Council on Public History announced that its 2005 annual meeting will be held at the Truman Museum and Library in Kansas City, Missouri. Program and pre-registration materials for the conference are now available online at www.ncph.org/2005annualmeeting.html. If you have any questions about the annual meeting, please contact the NCPH Executive Offices at 317.274.2716 or email ncph@iupui.edu.
MUSEUM STORE ASSOCIATION 50th MUSEUM RETAIL CONFERENCE AND EXPO
More than 350 companies will showcase unique products at the largest tradeshow for the museum retail industry: the Museum Store Association's 50th Museum Retail Conference & Expo, April 30 through May 3, 2005, in Milwaukee, WI. The Expo will be held May 1st and 2nd, 2005. For programming, exhibitor and registration information, visit MSA's Web site, www.museumdistrict.com, or call MSA at (303) 504-9223.
MUSEUM LOAN NETWORK GRANT PROPOSALS DUE MARCH 18, 2005
The next deadline for submitting grant proposals to the Museum Loan Network (MLN) is Friday, March 18, 2005. Guidelines and Application Forms are available for download at http://loanet.mit.edu/grants/gi_guide.html. Institutions are encouraged to contact the MLN to discuss their proposals at 617-252-1888 or loanet@mit.edu.
2005 MUSEUMS & HERITAGE AWARDS FOR EXCELLENCE DUE MARCH 4, 2005
The submission deadline for proposals for the 2005 Museums & Heritage Awards for Excellence is Friday, March 4, 2005. In 2005 there will be Awards for: Best Marketing Campaign; Best New Product or Service; Use of Technology; Best Education Initiative; Project on a Limited Budget; Restoration/Conservation; Excellence Overseas; Permanent Exhibition, Temporary/Touring Exhibition, Overall Contribution by an Individual and the Classic Award. Entry details are available at www.museumsandheritage.com/a_entry.asp.
TRAVELING EXHIBITS AVAILABLE FOR SMALL AND MID-SIZED MUSEUMS
The Rogers Historical Museum has openings in its 2005-2006 schedule for three of its traveling exhibits. All of the exhibits are geared toward small and mid-sized museums. They cover approximately 60 running feet of space, require moderate security, and cost $500 per 6-week booking period (some double bookings available), plus shipping to the next venue. More information is available to at www.rogersarkansas.com/museum/travelingexhibits.asp.
TERRA FOUNDATION FOR AMERICAN ART
The Terra Foundation for American Art announced a $3.6 million grant to the Smithsonian Institution’s Archives of American Art. The grant, the foundation’s largest to date, will fund a comprehensive, five-year program to digitize a substantial cross-section of the Archives’ most important holdings. At the end of the program, nearly 1.6 million digital files will be available free of charge on a newly designed website. Additional details of the program are included in a press release on the foundation’s Website at www.terraamericanart.org.
Get the Word Out in CAM e-News!
Please email the CAM office at cam@calmuseums.org to list any announcements pertaining to professional development programs, grant opportunities, or related opportunities in future editions of CAM e-News and on the CAM web site. Since it is not possible to include all the details of an announcement, please include a phone number, web site address, or email address so interested parties can get additional information. Please do not exceed a limit of 150 words per listing. All announcements are subject to editing by CAM personnel.
| MUSEUMS IN THE NEWS |
A CAUTIONARY NOTE
For access to some of these articles, the publishers may require that you become a member of their web site. For access to recent articles, this is usually a free service. However, you may need to pay for access to archived articles. In all instances, they will collect your contact information and probably send you advertisements. If you do not wish to become a member of a newspaper web site, we recommend that you note the title, author, newspaper, and publication date and visit your local library. If you are having trouble connecting to the appropriate article via the link provided above, we recommend that you go directly to the newspaper's web site and search with key words.
Civil Rights Institute director to head museums group
The Birmingham Business Journal, February 15, 2005
http://birmingham.bizjournals.com/birmingham/stories/2005/02/14/daily12.html
[U.K.] Museums hit by half-term strike
The British Broadcasting Corporation, February 14, 2005
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/arts/4263663.stm
Museum director defends art's freedom
By S.L. Berry, The Indianapolis Star, February 13, 2005
http://www.indystar.com/articles/4/221551-9954-107.html
Jewish Hall of Fame not kosher, rock museum says
From Reuters, The Los Angeles Times, February 10, 2005
http://www.latimes.com/technology/la-wk-hall10feb10,1,5039313.story?ctrack=1&cset=true
SFMOMA veteran back to West Coast
By Kenneth Baker, The San Francisco Chronicle, February 8, 2005
http://sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?file=/c/a/2005/02/08/DDG8AB6I2K1.DTL
Iraq: Museums closed and looting rampant
The Art Newspaper / The Iranian Cultural Heritage News Agency, February 5, 2005
http://www.chn.ir/english/eshownews.asp?no=4734
All aboard for train buffs
By Janet Somers, The San Francisco Chronicle, February 4, 2005
http://sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?file=/c/a/2005/02/04/PNGHOB2SOQ1.DTL
A museum dedicated to life: New scaled down design keeps Jewish art edifice on 2007 target
By John King, The San Francisco Chronicle, February 2, 2005
http://sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?file=/c/a/2005/02/02/BAGIGB49QR1.DTL
Tales of the Wacky: Unusual Internet Museums
Spiegel Surfs the Web, February 2, 2005
http://service.spiegel.de/cache/international/0,1518,339819,00.html
| JOB OPPORTUNITIES |
DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR / BERKELEY ART MUSEUM AND PACIFIC FILM ARCHIVE
Responsible for leading BAM/PFA's fundraising program, overseeing annual growth in individual and institutional giving. S/he will conceptualize and implement the earliest phase of a building capital campaign and build donor support. Apply online at http://jobs.berkeley.edu and search for keyword 2197. Contact Recruiter Rachel Kadosh at rkadosh@berkeley.edu with any questions. UCB is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer a diverse working environment, competitive salaries, and comprehensive benefits. For more info on BAM/PFA visit www.bampfa.berkeley.edu.
SENIOR FILM CURATOR / BERKELEY ART MUSEUM AND PACIFIC FILM ARCHIVE
Responsible for leading an internationally renowned and dynamic cinema program. Provides overall vision and supervises the excellence, balance, and budget of the film archive program. Actively participates in fundraising and cultivation, and represents the PFA locally, nationally, and internationally. Apply online at http://jobs.berkeley.edu and search for keyword 2231. UCB is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer a diverse working environment, competitive salaries, and comprehensive benefits. For more info on BAM/PFA visit www.bampfa.berkeley.edu.
EXHIBIT DESIGNER / THE PETERSON AUTOMOTIVE MUSEUM
The Museum currently seeks a multi-talented and creative individual to conceive and produce new exhibits as it relates to art and design. The successful candidate will be responsible for the following: research and conceptualize new exhibit installations, install shows and exhibits, design and produce all exhibit graphic material, work with outside vendors as needed in production of exhibit materials, oversee maintenance of all exhibit interactives, and provide in-house art and design assistance to all departments within the museum. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years work experience as a Preparator in a similar museum environment or gallery, excellent computer skills working on graphic design programs such as Adobe Photoshop, Quark, and Illustrator, and the ability to be able to push an average size automobile and lift 50 pounds. Bachelor's degree preferred. A team player attitude and ability to work under pressure are a must. Knowledge or interest in automobiles a plus. Please send, fax or email cover letter and resume with salary history to: Petersen Automobile Museum, Attn: Human Resources, 6060 Wilshire Blvd. @ Fairfax, Los Angeles, CA 90036; Fax: (323) 930-6642; or Email: jobs@petersen.org.
AUDIO AND SOUND DEVELOPER / THE EXPLORATORIUM
Full-time (flexible) position through September 2006. Collaboratively design, develop and produce audio-based exhibits for the new "Listening" area of the museum floor. Requirements: Bachelors Degree, minimum 3 years audio production and/or sound editing experience, knowledge of audio production tools and software, excellent interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills. $43,972 annually for full time, includes benefits. Email cover letter and resume to resume@exploratorium.edu. The Exploratorium is committed to a diverse workforce.
HISTORICAL MUSEUM EDUCATION COORDINATOR / CITY OF ARCADIA
Part-time/20 hours per week. Salary $15.76 - $19.68/hr plus benefits. Under supervision of the Historical Museum Curator, plans and implements interpretive programs for the Arcadia Historical Museum, addressing historic topics for various audiences with an emphasis on educational services for schoolchildren and teachers. Two years of experience organizing and coordinating museum, theatre, or cultural arts programs. Education equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade; college level course work in history, education or a related field is desirable. Apply by March 3, 2005. Call (626) 574-5406 or visit www.ci.arcadia.ca.us.
MUSEUM DIRECTOR / BENICIA HISTORICAL MUSEUM AT CAMEL BARNS
Seeking candidates experienced in artifact preservation; fundraising; long-range strategic planning; management of staff and volunteers. Bachelors Degree or equivalent work experience; excellent written and verbal communication skills required. Job number CAM-05-01. Fax resume to (707) 745-2135. For additional information, visit http://www.beniciahistoricalmuseum.org or email info@beniciahistoricalmuseum.org.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR / CAPITAL UNITY COUNCIL, SACRAMENTO
The Executive Director will report to the Board of Directors and will be responsible for the management of staff and contractors, as well as administrative and financial responsibility for the agency’s operating budget. A strategic thinker and effective collaborator, the Executive Director will have significant experience in fundraising, program management, partnership building, government relations, public policy and marketing. Candidates should have a demonstrated progression of leadership, extensive experience working with high profile individuals and the ability to engage a variety of stakeholders, including policy makers, businesses, media and donors. The Executive Director will be dedicated to the mission of the Capital Unity Council and have a strong and passionate commitment to social justice. A graduate degree is preferred; 5-10 years of related experience is required. To apply, please send a cover letter, resume with salary history, and three references to: Executive Director Search, Academy Studios, 70 Galli Drive, Novato, CA 94949. Email: dhayden@academystudios.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR / AMADOR & LIVERMORE VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
The Amador-Livermore Valley Historical Society (ALVHS) is announcing an opening at the Museum on Main Street for an Executive Director (ED). The ED is the CEO of the ALVHS and is responsible for the overall leadership of the organization. The ED serves and reports to the President and works closely with the President and Board of Directors. The ED is responsible for implementing the mission of the ALVHS, and assisting in the implementation and development of a strategic plan for the organization. In cooperation with the Executive Committee, the ED prepares and manages the approved budget of the Society. For a complete job description, visit www.museumonmain.org/job_posting.htm.
HOW TO ADD A JOB LISTING
Please email the CAM office at cam@calmuseums.org to list any job opportunities in future editions of CAM e-News and on the CAM web site. Since it is not possible to include all the details of a job description, please include a phone number, web site address, or email address so interested applicants can get additional information and/or obtain a complete job description. Please do not exceed a limit of 150 words per listing. There is no charge to promote job listings in California museums. Unless a specific deadline is provided, all listings will be posted on the web site for 4 weeks.
| GRANT DEADLINES |
CALIFORNIA ARTS COUNCIL
March 1, 2005: Youth Arts in Educations!
For information, click CAC.
CALIFORNIA COUNCIL FOR THE HUMANITIES
August 1, 2005: The California Story Fund
October 1, 2005: The California Documentary Project
For information, click CCH.
CALIFORNIA CULTURAL AND HISTORICAL ENDOWMENT
For information, click CCHE.
HERITAGE PRESERVATION
For information, click CAP.
INSTITUTE OF MUSEUM AND LIBRARY SERVICES
March 1, 2005: Partnership for a Nation of Learners Community Collaboration Grants
March 15, 2005: 21st Century Museum Professionals
April 1, 2005: Native American/Native Hawaiian Museum Services Program
For information, click IMLS.
NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS
March 14 and August 15, 2005: Access to Artistic Excellence
June 1, 2005: Challenge America: Reaching Every Community Fast-Track Review Grants
June 13, 2005: Learning in the Arts for Children and Youth
For information, click NEA.
NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE HUMANITIES
March 1, 2005: Summer Seminars and Institutes
March 22 and September 16, 2005: Consultation Grants for Libraries, Museums, and Special Projects
May 2 and November 1, 2005: Challenge Grants
May 16, 2005: Preservation Assistance Grants
July 1, 2005: Preservation and Access Grants
July 15, 2005: Grants to Preserve and Create Access to Humanities Collections
November 1, 2005: Collaborative Research Grants
For additional deadlines and information, click NEH.
NATIONAL HISTORICAL PUBLICATIONS AND RECORDS COMMISSION
For information, click NHPRC.
If there are other grant opportunities you would like to share with the California museum community, please email the CAM Office at cam@calmuseums.org.
The federal government has recently adopted a new policy requiring organizations to provide a DUNS (data universal numbering system) with their grant applications and proposal to keep track of how federal grant money is awarded and dispersed. A DUNS number is issued by Dun and Bradstreet by phone at 1-866-705-5711.
| BACK ISSUES OF CAM E-NEWS |
CAM e-News 2/2/05
CAM CONFERENCE 2006: EYES ON THE HORIZON
AASLH AWARDS PROGRAM--REMINDER
IMLS ANNOUNCES NEW WEB SITE ON AFRICAN AMERICAN EXPERIENCE
OTHER ANNOUNCEMENT
| CONTACT CAM |
We welcome your comments and inquiries. Please contact the CAM office at:
Celeste DeWald, Executive Director
California Association of Museums
P.O. Box 1455
Santa Cruz, CA 95061-1455
Phone: (831) 471-9970
Email: cam@calmuseums.org
http://www.calmuseums.org/
CAM is supported in part by a grant from the California Arts Council. To read the California Arts Council's current weekly update with other information about the arts in California, the Arts License Plate, and other initiatives for the arts in California, please click CAC Current Weekly Update.
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