CAM E-NEWS 3/29/06
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| CAM PUBLISHES A "CALIFORNIA MUSEUM MONTH TOOLKIT" |
In a continuing effort to communicate the value and importance of museums in California, the California Association of Museums (CAM) is commencing its seventh statewide public relations and advocacy campaign on behalf of the state's museums. To make this statewide event a success, we need your assistance and participation.
There has never been a better year for your institution to become involved in California Museum Month or advocacy efforts! The following are exciting reasons why your museum should participate in California Museum Month this year:
CAM has developed a publication to make it easier for every museum to help raise awareness of your organization, strengthen your relationships with your legislators, and participate in the statewide recognition of California Museum Month. The California Museum Month Toolkit will be mailed early next week to all current institutional members and may be accessed online by clicking on California Museum Month Toolkit (pdf, 938K). The toolkit includes pointers for meeting with elected offiicials, sample press releases and PSAs, ideas for hosting a program, and other templates and resources. The California Museum Month Toolkit is supported by a grant from the James Irvine Foundation. For additional information, see http://www.calmuseums.org/calmusmonth/index.html.
| CALIFORNIA ARTS COUNCIL REQUESTS FEEDBACK ON STRATEGIC PLAN |
The California Arts Council members and staff have been engaged in the development of a new Strategic Plan. The California Arts Council has met over the past six months to develop a new strategic plan to guide its direction for the next three to five years. The plan has three main components: marketing, designed to increase public awareness of the arts in this the most creative state; advocacy, that is, telling our story and educating our authorizers; and focused programming, designed to promote the importance of arts education in California schools. Most assuredly, however, the Council will continue to provide small grants, implement special initiatives and work with our partners to advance the arts throughout the state.
The California Arts Council encourages you to review the plan, which can be found on their Website at http://www.cac.ca.gov/?id=321. Following your review of the plan, they invite you to provide public comment by responding to a brief questionnaire, which is found at the end of the document. The Council will entertain public input through April 15, 2006. If you have any questions regarding the California Arts Council's Strategic Plan or its planning efforts, please contact Marilyn Nielsen, Deputy Director, at (916) 322-6404 or mnielsen@caartscouncil.com.
| IMLS RELEASES STUDY ABOUT THE USE OF TECHNOLOGY IN MUSEUMS AND LIBRARIES |
As part of the Institute of Museum and Library Service's (IMLS) mandate to analyze needs and trends of museum and library services, they recently released a 2004 survey on the use of technology and digitization in the nation's libraries and museums.
In 2001, IMLS conducted the first-ever study of the status of new technology adoption and digitization in the nation's museums and libraries. This second study seeks to dig deeper and find out more about how and why our cultural institutions use technology and digitize their collections. It explores barriers as well as capacity and planning issues. To view the entire report or the key findings, see http://www.imls.gov/publications/TechDig05/.
CAM is pleased to announce that it will be hosting its next conference in Long Beach, California, February 21-23, 2007. Like 2006, this conference will bring together a diverse group of museum professionals from across California for a stimulating and enjoyable exchange of ideas, perspectives and resources. Long Beach's waterfront will be the backdrop for a notable conference with the newly expanded Museum of Latin American Art, the Aquarium of the Pacific, and other Long Beach museums hosting evening events. The conference will take place at the Coast Long Beach Hotel where CAM has reserved a block of rooms for Wednesday, February 21-Friday, February 24, 2007 at a discounted rate of $115.00 plus tax. For a room with a bay view, the group rate is $135.00 plus tax.
The Call for Session and Workshop Proposals is now available online for the 2007 CAM Conference. CAM invites proposals from the field that present strategies and ideas for strengthening the future of museums, their programs, collections, and communities. See http://www.calmuseums.org/cam2007/callforproposals2.html for the guidelines and submission instructions. The deadline for submissions is June 2, 2006. We hope to see you in Long Beach!
| OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS |
MUSEUM LOAN NETWORK ANNOUNCES NEW DIRECTORY OF EARLY AMERICAN ART
The Museum Loan Network (MLN) recently launched a new initiative, Energizing the Study of Early American Art (EEAA), with the aim of stimulating interest and activity in early American art. In 2005, the project awarded grants to 21 museums to identify early American portraits to be added to the MLN online Directory. The EEAA entries, nearly 500 pre-1840 American portraits, are now available online to museums through the MLN Directory. Descriptive object information is accompanied by visuals and remarks fields which may contain biographies of the artist and subject, historical context for the work, and provenance research. To view these entries, go to the MLN website: http://loanet.mit.edu/Directory/di_Access.htm and click on Directory login. On the pull down menu choose your institution and enter your case sensitive password. If you do not have a password, please contact the MLN at loanet@mit.edu or at 617.252.1888. To see all of the EEAA entries in one search, choose EEAA in the Subject pull down menu. Or to display entries by museum, choose the appropriate name in the Museum pull down menu. For more information on this project or to get a password to access the Directory please contact the Museum Loan Network at 617-252-1888 or loanet@mit.edu.
NEH PRESERVATION ASSISTANCE FOR SMALL AND MID-SIZED INSTITUTIONS
Preservation Assistance Grants help small and mid-size institutions, such as libraries, museums, and historical societies improve their ability to preserve and care for their humanities collections. These may include special collections of books and journals, archives and manuscripts, prints and photographs, moving images, sound recordings, architectural and cartographic records, decorative and fine arts, textiles, archaeological and ethnographic artifacts, furniture and historical objects. Grant amounts are $5,000 and the deadline is May 15, 2006. See for http://www.neh.gov/grants/guidelines/pag.html additional information.
SEAGATE GRANTS AVAILABLE TO CENTRAL/SOUTH BAY AREA ORGANIZATIONS
More than two-thirds of Seagate's corporate giving supports K-12 science, math and technology education. Funding is also provided for arts and culture, civic, environmental and diversity-focused programs. These programs are reviewed on a regional basis based upon each community's unique needs. The company looks for innovative programs that enhance creativity, encourage hands-on learning and reach all populations, specifically low-income and minority communities where fewer opportunities exist. The company also looks for partnerships that include opportunities for its employees. Requests of $10,000 or more should be submitted in early spring to be considered for inclusion in the annual community relations budget and plan. For additional information, see http://www.seagate.com/newsinfo/citizenship/community/corporate_giving.html.
SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE FOR TECHSOUP NETSQUARED CONFERENCE IN SAN JOSE
TechSoup has announced that the W.K. Kellogg Foundation will provide a limited number of scholarships to attendees of the TechSoup NetSquared Conference, May 30-31, 2006, in San Jose, California. The two-day TechSoup NetSquared conference focuses on how nonprofits and non-governmental agencies can best use new-generation Internet tools such as blogging, podcasting, and tagging to better reach and mobilize their constituencies. Scholarships will cover travel, lodging, and conference registration for individuals representing a nonprofit organization. For detailed information on the scholarships and/or to access the online application form, visit the TechSoup NetSquared Conference Web site at http://www.netsquared.org/scholarship. The deadline is April 12, 2006.
RESEARCH ON ANNUAL GIVING
How do you maximize annual giving across museum members with different motivations? Can trends in giving be seen across museums of different type, size and geographic location? A researcher in the Master's in Museum Studies program at Harvard University is seeking participants for a brief online survey that addresses these questions. The survey is designed to be taken by Development or Membership Professionals at US museums. The results will be made available to anyone who is interested. The survey is located here: http://poll.icommons.harvard.edu/poll/taker/pollTakerOpen.jsp?poll=1-3843-60634 If you have questions, contact the researcher at jresnick@fas.harvard.edu.
GRANT OPPORTUNITY FOR ELECTRONIC RECORDS PROJECTS
Support is provided by the National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC) to ensure that records created today will be usable with tomorrow's technology. The NHPRC supports efforts by archivists and other records managers to meet the challenges of a proliferation of electronic records. They especially welcome projects that build institutional capacity, promote professional development and education in the field, and help create and support consortia and other cooperative programs. Draft applications are due April 1, 2006; the closing date is June 1, 2006. See http://www.archives.gov/nhprc/announcement/electronic.html for detailed information.
CHALLENGE AMERICA FAST TRACK REVIEW GRANTS FOR ARTS PROJECTS
The National Endowment for the Arts offers Challenge American grants to small and mid-sized organizations for projects that extend the reach of the arts to underserved populations - those whose opportunities to experience the arts are limited by geography, ethnicity, economics or disability. Grants are available for professional arts programming and for projects that emphasize the potential of the arts in community development. While not required, applicants are encouraged to consider partnerships among organizations, both in and outside of the arts, as appropriate to their project. The closing date is June 1, 2006 and awards are $10,000. See http://www.arts.gov/grants/apply/GAP07/ChallengeAmerica.html for additional information.
ARTS AND DISABILITY NETWORK COLLABORATES WITH THE DE YOUNG MUSEUM
In celebration of the work of visual and performing artists with disabilities, the state-wide Arts and Disability Network (ADN) and the de Young Museum, one of the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco (FAMSF) present Visions and Digital Exhibition 2006. Digital Exhibition 2006 is an electronic slide show of visual art works by artists with disabilities, while Visions showcases the work of performers with disabilities live and on video. Both presentations are part of the de Young's Access Advisors' Open House on Saturday, April 29, 2006, 10 AM-4 PM at the de Young Museum. Admission to the Open House is free of charge. To request a specific accommodation for the Open House, contact Tish Brown, ADA/504 Coordinator at the de Young Museum, at (415) 750-7645; tbrown@famsf.org by Friday, April 7. (Excerpted from CAC Update, March 20, 2006.)
TARGET STORE GRANTS FOR THE ARTS
Arts grants are given to programs that bring the arts to schools or make it affordable for families to participate in cultural experiences, such as school touring programs, field trips, or free admission days. Applications for Target Store Grants are available either at your local Target store or online. Target will accept grant applications between March 1 and May 31, 2006. Most grants average between $1,000 and $3,000. Applications will be reviewed as they are received; therefore, they encourage you to apply early. For more information, see http://sites.target.com/site/en/corporate/page.jsp?contentId=PRD03-001818.
NEW COMMUNITY GRANT PROGRAM FROM FOSTER'S
Foster's has announced a Community Program open to charities and not-for-profit organizations in Australia and the United States. Foster's Community Grants will conduct two funding rounds per year. In 2006 there will be two funding rounds: Round 1, March 1 to April 28, 2006; and Round 2, August 1 to September 29, 2006. The online application form will be live and available during these dates. Eligible charities and not-for-profit organizations are encouraged to review the program criteria and application procedures at the Foster's Community Grants Program Web site at http://www.fosters.com.au/about/fosterscommunitygrants.htm.
REPORT PREDICTS DEFICIT IN NONPROFIT LEADERS
According to The Nonprofit Sector's Leadership Deficit, nonprofits will need to attract and develop 640,000 new leaders during the next decade, or the equivalent of 2.4 times the number currently employed, to replace leaders who retire or leave the field. The Bridgespan Group's report notes that the reasons for the looming deficit are complex, but are related to the sector's growth, the swelling numbers of baby boomer retirees and the lack of internal resources to develop new leaders and provide career mobility for current leaders. The study recommends that nonprofits explore opportunities to invest in leadership capacity, refine management rewards to retain and attract top talent, expand their recruiting horizons and foster individual career mobility. For more information: http://www.bridgespangroup.org/kno_articles_leadershipdeficit.html..
GRANTS FROM TOYOTA
Education is the focus of Toyota's giving, with emphasis on primary and secondary schooling. In addition to funding national programs, Toyota supports the social well-being of communities where it has major operations (including California). This includes assistance for Arts and Culture and Civic and Community Development. See http://www.toyota.com/about/community/fundguidelines/index.html for additional information.
BARNES & NOBLE CORPORATE CONTRIBUTIONS
The Barnes & Noble Corporate Contributions Program is committed to literary-based sponsorships and partners with organizations that focus their core businesses on higher learning, literacy and the arts. Maximum awards vary. Non-profit organizations that focus on literacy, the arts or education (K - 12) are eligible. Visit the Contributions website for more information at http://www.barnesandnobleinc.com/our_company/sponsorship/sponsorships_national/donations_national.html or email mkeating@bn.com. (Excerpted from CAC Update, March 20, 2006.)
SAVE OUR HISTORY GRANTS AND CONFERENCE CALLS
Save Our History is a national history education and preservation initiative that raises awareness and support for preserving local heritage. Since launching the Save Our History Grant Program in 2004, The History Channel has awarded $500,000 in grants to fifty-five historical organizations nationwide. Applicants may apply for up to $10,000 in project funds. Conference calls to assist applicants are scheduled for April 12th and May 10th. See http://www.saveourhistory.com/ for additional information.
PUBLIC PROJECT GRANTS FROM THE AMERICAN-SCANDINAVIAN FOUNDATION
The American-Scandinavian Foundation promotes the cultures of the Nordic countries in the United States and American culture in the Nordic countries by encouraging programs that will enhance public appreciation of culture, art and thought. In establishing priorities, the foundation considers the lasting benefits that may be achieved by any grant and favors projects where its contribution will complement support from other sources. The closing dates are April 15th, August 1st, and October 1st. Grant amounts vary. See http://www.amscan.org/public.html for additional information.
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| 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.
Chinese museum to honor rail workers is proposed for Carson City, Nev.
By: Associated Press, Inside Bay Area, March 26, 2006
http://www..insidebayarea.com/bayarealiving/ci_3639127
Legislators look for peace in "Surf City" feud
By: Gwen Mickelson, Santa Cruz Sentinel, March 23, 2006
http://www.santacruzsentinel.com/archive/2006/March/23/local/stories/03local.htm
Riverside Metropolitan Museum director says he'll retire
By: Doug Haberman, Riverside Metro, March 23, 2006
http://www.pe.com/localnews/riverside/stories/PE_News_Local_R_rmoses24.26a10e3.html
Governor's budget proposal may revive arts education
By: Susan Hammer and John Kreidler, The Mercury News, March 19, 2006
http://www.mercurynews.com/mld/mercurynews/news/opinion/14136850.htm
Museum's $10 million expansion plans OK'd
By: Colin Atagi, The Desert Sun, March 17, 2006
http://www.thedesertsun.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20060317/NEWS01/603170339/1006
Space museum to unveil plans; Project will be housed at Moffett Field
By: Renee Koury, San Jose Mercury News, March 16, 2006
http://www.mercurynews.com/mld/mercurynews/news/local/14112134.htm
Study: Area's cultural institutions and poor don't mix
By: James Janega, Chicago Tribune, March 15, 2006
http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/custom/newsroom/chi-060315culture,1,2126198.story?ctrack=1&cset=true
New legal approach draws museums into fray in fight against terror
By: Ron Grossman, The San Luis Tribune, March 12, 2006
http://www.sanluisobispo.com/mld/sanluisobispo/news/nation/14083591.htm
Please note that CAM does not necessarily endorse the information contained in these articles nor the sources of the information.
To view 22 additional articles featuring museums or related topics in California newspapers between March 12-29, 2006 click on Museums in the News
| JOB OPPORTUNITIES |
To view additional details, application instructions, and contact information for the above open positions, click on Museum Job Opportunities.
| GRANT DEADLINES |
CALIFORNIA ARTS COUNCIL
For information, click CAC.
CALIFORNIA COUNCIL FOR THE HUMANITIES
April 1, 2006: California Story Fund
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
April 1, 2006: Native American/Native Hawaiian Museum Services Program
April 18, 2006: Save America's Treasures
For information, click IMLS.
NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS
April 18, 2006: Save America's Treasures
For information, click NEA.
NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE HUMANITIES
May 1, 2006:Â Challenge Grants
May 15, 2006: Preservation Assistance Grants for Smaller Institutions
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.
| BACK ISSUES OF CAM E-NEWS |
CAMÂ e-News 3/15/2006
CALIFORNIA MUSEUMS, THE INFRASTRUCTURE BOND, AND OTHER ADVOCACY EFFORTS
IRVINE FOUNDATION CONFRENCE CALL AND WORKSHOPS FOR PROSPECTIVE APPLICANTS
2007 CAM CONFERENCE AND CALL FOR PROPOSALS
PRESERVE AMERICA GRANTS ANNOUNCED - COULD YOUR CITY BE A PRESERVE AMERICA COMMUNITY?
CALL FOR HISTORICAL RECORDS ADVISORY BOARD NOMINATIONS
OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS
| 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, a state agency, and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency. To learn more about the arts in California, the Arts License Plate, and other initiatives for the arts in California, please visit the CAC Website.
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