CAM e-NEWS 1/16/2008

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CAM CONFERENCE PRE-REGISTRATION CLOSES FEBRUARY 8, 2008

The last day to pre-register for the CAM conference is February 8, 2008!

The next CAM Conference, Seeds of Change: CAM in the Heart of California, will take place in Fresno, February 25-28, 2008 at the Radisson Hotel and Conference Center. The preliminary program, schedule, and registration information are available online at http://www.calmuseums.org/conferences_and_workshops/2008overview.html. In each edition of CAM e-News until the conference, we will highlight a session, workshop, evening event, or other aspect of the conference:

The "Watercooler" - NEW CAM PROGRAM!
A major benefit of attending the CAM conference is the opportunity to talk with fellow museum colleagues, share stories, and discuss challenging topics. A new program will be launched at the 2008 CAM conference to foster dialogue, called the Watercooler. The Watercooler will be a designated space in the Exhibit Hall for colleagues to sit down, get a glass of water, and discuss conference topics. Although all registrants can use this space to relax and converse, two informal discussions have been scheduled:

Museum Volunteers, Wednesday, February 27th - 9:45-10:30 AM: Join an informal discussion with Tim Deegan, Museum Service Council Manager, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, and Western Regional Director/Board Member of the American Association of Museum Volunteers about museum volunteers. Bring your own questions about museum volunteer recruitment, training, evaluation, retention, or recognition.

Museum Finances, Wednesday February 27th - 3:15-4:00 PM: Join an informal discussion with Diane Wondolowski, CFO of the Santa Barbara Museum of Art, and Ed Prohaska, CFO of the Monterey Bay Aquarium, about museum accounting practices and finances. Bring your own questions about budgeting, financial reporting, and accounting practices in museums.

CTTC CALLS FOR SUBMISSIONS FOR UPCOMING NEWS RELEASES - DEADLINE TODAY!

The California Travel and Tourism Commission (CTTC) has two news releases in the works: Live Like a Californian and Unusual California Walking Tours. The first will highlight ways that travelers can experience California like a local resident. Submissions should include activities that capture the state's unique vibe and attitude (think cool and hip), such as raw dining, base jumping and retro, funky boutique shopping. The second news release will feature unusual and interesting walking tours that are quirky and/or promote the historical aspects of a region. The deadline to submit information is January 16. All information must be submitted via the CTTC Press Release Submission Form, which can be attained by emailing Pettit Gilwee at pgilwee@visitcalifornia.com.

CAC ANNOUNCES ANNUAL STATEWIDE ARTS CONFERENCE

The California Arts Council (CAC) is pleased to announce that there will be a one-day statewide conference on the arts for all artists, arts organizations, funders, patrons, and interested individuals. It will be held in Sacramento on Tuesday, March 4. This conference will serve as a forum to focus on "the future" in a broad, imaginative sense. The agency hopes to have "futurist" speakers with discussions and presentations on the general changes and trends happening within our state, how to bring new younger staff into arts organizations as baby boomers leave, the future of the arts and new audiences, arts education, soon-to-be released research on the arts and cognitive development, and California's changing demographics. Specific speakers, topics and sponsors will be announced as they are confirmed. Last year's statewide conference convened over 460 people and the CAC expects an even larger turnout for the upcoming event. The response to the 2007 conference was generally quite positive and the agency will build on the suggestions given in our post-conference survey. As last year, the nominal registration fee will cover lunch, and morning and afternoon refreshments, and materials. To follow developments on the conference, subscribe to the CAC e-newsletter at http://cac.ca.gov/268 or visit the CAC website at http://www.cac.ca.gov.

MONTHLY MUSEUM POLL: HOW TECH SAVVY IS YOUR MUSEUM?

Blogs, MySpace, podcasts, YouTube, Second Life, Facebook... Do these terms mean anything to you or your museum? How might these internet-based options or websites change how your museum is sharing content and reaching new audiences? Or, does your museum not have the time or expertise to even consider the use of these virtual resources? Last year was a banner year for museums and the web. Many museums now offer podcasts or blogs on their websites and some are exploring the development of online communities on MySpace, Facebook, or other social networking websites. CAM would like to know if your museum has explored any of these new horizons.

MONTHLY MUSEUM POLL:

What online options (such as blogs or podcasts) or social networking websites has your museum used?

Click here to participate in the poll

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OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS

ASSEMBLYWOMAN INTRODUCES "PROOF OF CONSENT" BILL FOR HUMAN REMAINS IN RESPONSE TO BODY WORLDS EXHIBITS
Assemblywoman Fiona Ma of San Francisco recently introduced AB 1519, which would require exhibitors of human remains to provide written evidence of consent from the person, or from relatives after the death. She wants violators to face a $10,000 fine for each undocumented body or body part. The bill was inspired by the recent touring exhibits of human remains, such as Body Worlds, Body Worlds 2, and Bodies Revealed. The bill is being heard by the Assembly entertainment committee today. For additional information, see the San Jose Mercury News article at http://www.mercurynews.com/politics/ci_7984879?nclick_check=1 or track the bill at http://www.leginfo.ca.gov/bilinfo.html. Please share your comments and concerns about this bill with CAM by contacting Celeste DeWald, Executive Director, California Association of Museums at cam@calmuseums.org.

OCEAN COMMUNICATORS ALLIANCE – WORKSHOP MATERIALS NOW ONLINE
The Ocean Communicators Workshop, “Communicating Science,” was held on August 20-21 in Santa Barbara, with more than 50 delegates and a successful outcome of identifying key messages for top ocean topics in California as well as providing workshop participants with expertise and experience in communicating those messages through new and traditional outlets. The full report along with all handouts and presentations can be downloaded or viewed at http://www.thankyouocean.org.

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS – BEST OF THE WEB COMPETITION
Museums and the Web 2008 has announced a call for nominations for its Best of the Web competition. Sites from around the world can be nominated, provided they have been launched or significantly updated in 2007. Sites will be reviewed by an independent panel of judges, and awards made at the twelfth annual Museums and the Web Conference, in Montréal, Canada, April 9-12, 2008. Nominations are open, on-line, until February 1. See http://www.archimuse.com/mw2008/best/index.html for full details.

APPLICATION AVAILABLE FOR AAM’S 2008 MAP PROGRAM
The American Association of Museums (AAM) is accepting applications for the next round of its Museum Assessment Program (MAP). The MAP program provides an affordable way for participants to strengthen their museum's operations, build capacity, and establish priorities. MAP is a low-cost confidential process of guided self-study that includes consultation with a museum professional. The postmark deadline for this program is February 15; organizations can also participate in the MAP Flexible Participation Program, which accepts applications anytime. For more information and an application, see http://www.aam-us.org/museumresources/map/index.cfm.

FREE, ONLINE COURSE ON FUNDRAISING PLANNING
The Foundation Center's new Introduction to Fundraising Planning provides an overview of the process of strategically thinking through the components of a fundraising plan. The free, online training course will help students develop a fundraising plan that includes a variety of revenue sources for their organization. The course also covers how to establish fundraising goals, choose funding partners, and prepare a fundraising calendar. To register, see http://foundationcenter.org/getstarted/training/online/free_ifp_detail.jhtml. For a full list of the Center’s online classes, see http://foundationcenter.org/getstarted/training/online/.

AMERICANS FOR THE ARTS SOLICIT PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATES' SUPPORT FOR THE ARTS
Americans for the Arts Action Fund launched ArtsVote2008 last year to be the voice of arts advocates across the nation. The initiative is dedicated to making sure that the presidential candidates make early on-the-record statements in support of the arts and arts education. ArtsVote2008 has received statements on the arts from (in alphabetical order) Senator Hillary Clinton, Senator John Edwards, Governor Mike Huckabee, and Senator Barack Obama . To read the candidate statements and get additional campaign trail news, visit http://www.ArtsVote.org.

MUSEUM CAFÉ HOSTS DISCUSSIONS IN SAN DIEGO
Museum Café, presented by AAM's Emerging Young Professionals Group, is hosting a gathering and happy hour on January 17, from 7:00-8:30 pm, at the Bassam Coffee Shop in San Diego. The pre-meeting assignment is to visit the Ancient Egypt exhibit at the San Diego Museum of Man to discuss the exhibit and related insights. For more information, visit http://museumcafe.wordpress.com.

NEW AUDIENCE RESEARCH AFFINITY GROUP FORMED BY AASLH MEMBERS
A new affinity group has formed within the American Association of State and Local History (AASLH). “Visitors’ Voices” is a new group created to bring together members who are interested in discussing, sharing, and advancing the work of audience research in history museums and related institutions. The group met in Atlanta and has since worked to submit several session proposals for the 2008 AASLH annual meeting in Rochester. An online discussion group is also being created so members can communicate throughout the year. For more information, contact Cherie Cook, AASLH Project Director, at cook@aaslh.org.

NAI TO HOST INTERPRETIVE TRAINING WORKSHOPS
The National Association of Interpretation (NAI) will be hosting two regional training workshops for northern and southern California. For Region 8, which encompasses southern California, NAI will host “Spicing Up Interpretation in the Southwest” in Phoenix, AZ, from February 28 - March 2. For more information about this workshop, see http://www.lifedraw.com/naiR8/. For Region 9, which includes Northern California, NAI is presenting "Big Trees, Big Ideas: Growing a Profession" in Humboldt, from March 7 - 9. For details regarding this workshop, see http://www.humboldt.edu/naiworkshop/. For more information about NAI and its calendar of events, see http://www.interpnet.com/conferences/calendar.shtml.

FACILITIES AND ORGANIZATION PLANNING WORKSHOP – REGISTER NOW
The Los Angeles County Arts Commission will host a two-day workshop for executive directors, board members, and financial officers of arts organizations considering a facility project in the next 2-3 years. The workshop will be held January 30 - 31 at the Los Angeles County Arts Commission office. To reserve a place at the workshop, see http://www.lacountyarts.org/orgdev_granteeopp2.htm to download the registration form. Registration form and payment should be submitted by January 16. Applicants will be notified of their participation status by Friday, January 18. Class is limited to 26 participants.

AAM OFFERS FELLOWSHIPS FOR DIGITAL MUSEUM WEBINAR SERIES
The American Association of Museums (AAM) and the AAM Emerging Museum Professionals (EMP) group will offer a limited number of fellowships for a new webinar series based on AAM's latest publication, The Digital Museum: A Think Guide. The series, “The Digital Museum: Transforming the Future Now,” will include four 90-minute webinars offered once per month from February to May 2008. Presented by leading practitioners in the field this webinar series is for anyone interested in how new technology is transforming the entire museum, from conservation to the visitor experience. The deadline to apply is January 18. For details on the webinar series, see http://www.aam-us.org/getinvolved/learn/webinars.cfm. For fellowship application information, see http://aam-us.org/getinvolved/emp/cashin.cfm.

INOM PUBLISHES REPORT ON TECHNOLOGY USE IN SMALL NONPROFITS
The Institute for Nonprofit Organization Management (INOM), part of the University of San Francisco, has released a new report that identifies factors that help and hinder small nonprofits’ ability to incorporate technology as a basic part of their operations. To view the full report, see http://www.inom.org/research/INOM-Tech%20Use%20in%20Small%20NPs.pdf.

REGISTRATION OPEN FOR UPSTATE HISTORY ALLIANCE ONLINE CLASSES
Registration is now open for the 'Spring Session' of online courses offered by the Upstate History Alliance (UHA). Students have access to a dedicated, interactive web site with email links to the course instructors, and links to view weekly assignments which are designed to be directly relevant to participants’ organizations. Cost to participate in one course is $25 for UHA members, $40 for non-members, with a discount for registering for all four classes. The classes that will be available are: Basic Preservation, Care & Handling of Paper Based Materials (February 11 - March 7); Climate Control for Small Institutions (March 10 - April 4); Conservation & Preservation of Photographs and Albums (April 7 - May 2); and, Introduction to Reformatting (May 5 - May 30). For more information and to register, visit http://www.upstatehistory.org/services/OnlineLearningCommunities.html.

NEW ONLINE GRADUATE PROGRAM – M.A. IN MUSEUM STUDIES AT JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY
Johns Hopkins University has announced that it will offer a Master of Arts in Museum Studies, which will be an almost fully online program. The graduate program will feature expertise of highly regarded professors and museum professionals from around the world, innovative virtual field trips, and global resources from a wide array of museums. An international student body will provide diverse perspectives and experiences in a dynamic online learning environment. For more information, visit http://advanced.jhu.edu/academic/museum/.

REGISTRATION OPEN FOR THE 2008 AMERICANS FOR THE ARTS ANNUAL CONVENTION
The 2008 Americans for the Arts Annual Convention will take place June 20-22 in Philadelphia, PA. The program includes an opening event at the Kimmel Center and the closing event at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, and more than 90 educational sessions along with Americans for the Arts Year in Review and Federal Update, keynote speakers, and the Public Art Year in Review. Discounted preview rates end on February 1. For more information, see http://www.artsusa.org/events/2008/convention/.

NONPROFIT LEGAL ISSUES CONFERENCE IN WASHINGTON, D.C.
The Washington Non-Profit Legal & Tax Conference, to be held February 28-29 in Washington, DC, provides legal and tax information for nonprofit organizations, tax accountants, and legal advisors. The focus of the conference is on practical information that can be put to use with an immediate impact. Presenters, including IRS officials and members of Congress, will provide the latest information on regulatory and legislative developments of importance to nonprofit organizations. For details, see http://www.taxexemptresources.com/Conference.cfm.

GRANT INSTITUTE HOSTS FIVE-DAY PROGRAM FOR GRANT COMMUNICATION
The Grant Institute will host its Certificate in Professional Program Development and Grant Communication program in Los Angeles, on March 17-21. This program is a five-day intensive and interactive experience in which participants will be led through the program development, grant writing, and funding acquisition processes through the completion of four courses. The Grant Institute focuses on combining the fundamentals of grant proposal writing with expert knowledge of communication principles such as Strategic Research, Persuasion, Argumentation, and Framing. Participants will receive materials, a resource CD, certificate, and 3.5 CEU Units for the Association of Fundraising Professionals. For more information or to register, see http://www.thegrantinstitute.com.

FOUNDATION CENTER OFFERS FREE FUNDRAISING CLASSES
The Foundation Center in San Francisco is offering a variety of free classes during the month of January. These opportunities include Introduction to Corporate Giving (January 17); Prospect Research Basics (January 18); Proposal Budgeting Basics (Oakland, January 22); Careers in Development and Philanthropy (January 23); Grantseeking Basics (January 23 & 29); Before You Seek A Grant (January 28); Legal Issues Facing Nonprofit Start-ups (January 28); Introduction to Corporate Giving (Milpitas, January 29); Developing Evaluation Tools for Your Nonprofit (January 31); and, How to Approach a Foundation (January 31). For the complete events calendar and registration details, see http://foundationcenter.org/sanfrancisco/sf_calendar.html.

MAAM HOSTS BUILDING MUSEUMS SYMPOSIUM
The Mid-Atlantic Association of Museums (MAAM) will host its annual Building Museums symposium in Washington, D.C., on February 28, 29, and March 1. This symposium is for architects, museum leaders, planners, project managers, technical experts, and all those who plan or implement new construction, renovation, or expansion projects for museums. The symposium has been designed to be relevant to a variety of organizations, from small historic sites under renovation to mid-sized art museums planning for expansion, and large children's museums building a new facility. The program is organized under three interrelated themes: Day 1 - Vision (planning your building project); Day 2 - Implementation (making your vision a reality); and Day 3 - Sustainability (life after opening the doors). For the symposium program schedule and registration details, see http://www.midatlanticmuseums.org/buildingmuseums.html.

Get the Word Out in CAM e-News!
Please email the CAM office at editor@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
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Exhibits of corpses under fire: Asian-American Assemblywoman pushes proof-of-consent bill
By: Steve Geissinger, San Jose Mercury News, January 16, 2008
http://www.mercurynews.com/politics/ci_7984879

Finding the silver lining Moving on to Plan B: LACMA's director insists the museum has a bright future and doesn't need title to the Broad Collection to make it happen.
By: Christopher Reynolds, Los Angeles Times, January 15, 2008
http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/la-et-govan15jan15,0,3030831.story?coll=la-headlines-calendar

UC Berkeley's bones of contention: Native Americans say Hearst Museum violates a law on returning ancient remains. Officials say finding rightful recipients isn't easy.
By: Richard C. Paddock, Los Angeles Times, January 13, 2008
http://www.latimes.com/news/printedition/front/la-me-bones13jan13,1,4163529.story?coll=la-headlines-frontpage&track=crosspromo

Humble museum has grand plans: Leaders hope to raise $40 million for Coyote Point site, unsure about timeline
By: Will Oremus, San Mateo Daily News, January 13, 2008
http://sanmateodailynews.com/article/2008-1-13-sm-museum

Governor’s budget includes funds for new Sacramento State science facility
Sacramento State News (CSUS), January 11, 2008
http://www.csus.edu/news/011108sciencefacility.stm

Committee in awe of design for Agua Caliente museum: Work may begin this year on new 'landmark'
By: Stefanie Frith, Desert Sun, January 8, 2008
http://www.mydesert.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080108/NEWS05/801080329/1011/news05

No Longer Emerging and Not Ready to Retire: A Look at Mid-Career Arts Managers
By: Victoria J. Saunders, Culture Work, December 2007
http://aad.uoregon.edu/culturework/culturework39.html

Please note that CAM does not necessarily endorse the information contained in these articles or the source(s) of the information.

To view 18 additional articles featuring museums or related topics in newspapers through January 16, 2008 click on Museums in the News.

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

TEMPORARY EDITORIAL ASSOCIATE / SAN FRANCISCO MUSEUM OF MODERN ART, SAN FRANCISCO

CORPORATE RELATIONS COORDINATOR / CHILDREN’S MUSEUM SAN DIEGO, SAN DIEGO

DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR / CHILDREN’S MUSEUM SAN DIEGO, SAN DIEGO

EVENTS AND RENTAL COORDINATOR / CHILDREN’S MUSEUM SAN DIEGO, SAN DIEGO

ACCOUNTANT / CHILDREN’S MUSEUM SAN DIEGO, SAN DIEGO

ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT OF EDUCATION / MUSEUM OF LATIN AMERICAN ART, LONG BEACH

SPECIAL EVENTS ASSISTANT / MUSEUM OF LATIN AMERICAN ART, LONG BEACH

PART TIME COLLECTIONS MANAGER FOR HISTORICAL ITEMS AND ARTIFACTS / THE OLYMPIC CLUB, SAN FRANCISCO

ASSISTANT REGISTRAR / PALM SPRINGS ART MUSEUM, PALM SPRINGS

PHOTOGRAPHY COLLECTION ASSISTANT / PALM SPRINGS ART MUSEUM, PALM SPRINGS

To view additional details, application instructions, and contact information for the above open positions, click on Museum Job Opportunities.

PERSONNEL NOTES

Dan Keegan, Executive Director of the San Jose Museum of Art, has announced that he will be stepping down to move on to heading the Milwaukee Art Museum in his home state of Wisconsin.

Email admin@calmuseums.org to include personnel announcements in future editions of CAM e-News.

FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES

HISTORY CHANNEL ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF 2008 SAVE OUR HISTORY GRANT PROGRAM
In order to support the preservation of local history across the country, the History Channel has announced its 2008 Save Our History grant program, which will award grants of up to $10,000 to fund partnerships between history organizations and schools or youth groups on projects that teach students about their local history and actively engage them in its preservation. History museums, historical societies, preservation organizations, historic sites, libraries, archives, and other historical organizations are all eligible to apply. The deadline to apply is June 6. To read descriptions of past Save Our History grant projects and to apply for a grant, visit http://www.saveourhistory.com.

IMLS OFFERS NATIONAL LEADERSHIP GRANT FUNDING
The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) is calling for 2008 Grant Applications for their National Leadership Grant program. Requests may range from $50,000 to $1,000,000 and there are five funding categories: Advancing Digital Resources, Museum and Library Collaboration, Collaborative Planning Grants, Research Projects, and Demonstration Projects. The deadline to apply is February 1. Awards will be announced in September. For more information, visit http://www.imls.gov/project_planning.

NEH INVITES PROPOSALS FOR CHALLENGE GRANTS IN US. HISTORY, INSTITUTIONS, AND CULTURE
As part of its We the People Initiative, NEH invites proposals for Challenge Grants in U.S. History, Institutions, and Culture to help secure long term improvements in and support for humanities activities that explore significant themes and events in American history. The deadline for We the People Challenge Grants is February 5. For more information, email aanderson@neh.gov.

AMERICAN HISTORY RESEARCH GRANTS AVAILABLE
The Library Company of Philadelphia and The Historical Society of Pennsylvania have announced the availability of research grants in a variety of topics within American history. The fellowships are tenable for a one month period between June 2008 and May 2009 and the deadline to apply is March 1. For the full list of grants, see http://www.librarycompany.org/fellowships/american.htm. For more information, contact jgreen@librarycompany.org.

CCPH OFFERS MINI-GRANTS FOR HISTORY PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS
The California Council for the Promotion of History (CCPH) is seeking applicants for its mini-grant program, which seeks to promote quality history experiences for all Californians by supporting exhibitions, educational activities, publications and other appropriate projects. The deadline to apply is March 10. For application details, and to view past grant recipients, see http://www.csus.edu/org/ccph/Mini-grants/.

CCH CALLS FOR APPLICATIONS FOR CALIFORNIA STORY FUND
The California Council for the Humanities (CCH) is accepting applications for its California Story Fund program, which supports public humanities projects that bring to light new and compelling stories from California's diverse communities. A new online application system is now available for the current round of funding. In addition, an informational workshop will be held on Thursday, January 17 in Santa Ana; for details or to RSVP, email Amy Rouillard at amyr@calhum.org. The submission deadline for the current round is February 4. For details and an application, see http://www.calhum.org/programs/story_intro.htm.

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS FOR CAC’S CREATING PUBLIC VALUE GRANT PROGRAM
The California Arts Council’s (CAC) “Creating Public Value” grant program allows the Council to partner with California arts organizations in rural or underserved areas to implement projects that make a positive contribution to communities utilizing tools identified as “The Three R’s”: Relationships (building partnerships), Relevance (to audiences and community), and Return on Investment (making the case to the authorizing environment). The deadline for applications is January 23, and applications can be found at http://www.cac.ca.gov. Interested applicants may contact Arts Specialist Lucero Arellano at 916-322-6338 or larellano@caartscouncil.com.

STATE AND FEDERAL GRANT DEADLINES

CALIFORNIA ARTS COUNCIL
January 23, 2008: Creating Public Value
For information, click CAC.

CALIFORNIA COUNCIL FOR THE HUMANITIES
February 4, 2008: 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
January 30, 2008: Coming Up Taller
February 1, 2008: National Leadership Grants
February 15, 2008: Museum Assessment Program
February 15, 2008: National Medal for Museum and Library Service
March 15, 2008: 21st Century Museum Professionals
March 27, 2008: Advancing Knowledge: The IMLS/NEH Digital Partnership
April 26, 2008: Save America's Treasures
May 1, 2008: Native American Library Services: Enhancement Grants
For information, click IMLS.

NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS
February 12, 2008: The Big Read
March 12, 2008: Access to Artistic Excellence
For information, click NEA.

NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE HUMANITIES
January 17, 2008: Digital Humanities Workshops
January 23, 2008: Interpreting America's Historic Places: Implementation Grants / Planning Grants
January 23, 2008: America's Historical and Cultural Organizations: Implementation Grants / Planning Grants
February 5, 2008: We the People Challenge Grants in United States History, Institutions and Culture
March 18, 2008: Advancing Knowledge: The IMLS/NEH Digital Partnership
April 2, 2008: Digital Humanities Start-Up Grants
May 1, 2008: Challenge Grants & Digital Humanities Challenge Grants
May 15, 2008: Preservation Assistance Grants for Smaller Institutions
July 1, 2008: Preservation and Access Research and Development Projects Grants
July 1, 2008: Preservation and Access Education and Training Projects Grants
July 15, 2008: Preservation and Access: Humanities Collections and Resources
August 27, 2008: Interpreting America's Historic Places: Implementation Grants / Planning Grants
August 27, 2008: America's Historical and Cultural Organizations: Implementation Grants / Planning Grants
October 1, 2008: Preservation and Access Grants for Stabilizing Humanities Collections
All program deadlines: We the People Initiative
For additional deadlines and information, click NEH.

NATIONAL HISTORICAL PUBLICATIONS AND RECORDS COMMISSION
March 3, 2008: State and National Archival Partnership Grants
For information, click NHPRC.

NATIONAL PARKS SERVICE: NAGPRA
March 3, 2008: NAGPRA Tribal and Museum Consultation/Documentation Grant
For information, click NPS.

NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION
March 3, 2008: Centers for Ocean Sciences Education Excellence (COSEE) Grants
April 10, 2008: Innovation through Institutional Integration Grants
April 11, 2008: Technology Experiences for Students and Teachers (ITEST) Grants
June 19, 2008: Informal Science Education
For information, click NSF.

If there are other grant opportunities you would like to share with the California museum community, please email the CAM Office at admin@calmuseums.org.

CAM SPONSORS AND BUSINESS ASSOCIATES

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BACK ISSUES OF CAM E-NEWS

CAM e-News 1/2/2008
MUSEUMS, PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION, AND FACILITY RENTALS -- IMPORTANT ALERT!
CAM CONFERENCE EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS NEXT WEEK!
FEDERAL FUNDING UPDATE
MONTHLY MUSEUM POLL: HOW TECH SAVVY IS YOUR MUSEUM?
DECEMBER MUSEUM POLL RECAP: MUSEUMS AND CHRISTMAS
OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS

CAM e-News 12/19/2007
CAM e-News 12/5/2007

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