February 2022
Bennington Museum Monthly
Dear Friends:
The Museum may have been closed during January, but we have been busy cleaning out crowded storage spaces, returning artwork, installing updated security systems, and fixing outdated electrical panels (to name just a few projects)! More housekeeping is in order for February as we get ready to install the new exhibits for when we re-open in April.

Meanwhile, we have a nice slate of events coming up for your edification and entertainment, as well as updates on a few Museum initiatives. Read on to learn more!
February Events
Saturday, 2/12
5pm-7pm
Sold Out! Email to be added to the waitlist.
Wednesday, 2/16 6:30pm - 8:30pm
A virtual program with Pam Weeks
Sunday, 2/20
2pm - 3pm
A free in-person event presented by the BHS
Friday, 2/25
4pm - 5pm
Come explore the Museum for the first time, or join us to help welcome our new members and donors. RSVP!
Vermont History Day

Vermont History Day is a research competition for all ages that encourages students to develop critical thinking skills through project based learning and the study of history. Bennington Museum believes that learning about our region and contextualizing our shared history will help build strong connections within our community and create better future citizens. To that end, Bennington Museum is pleased to be able to offer a special prize to encourage participation in this exciting program: The Bennington Museum Southshire Award. At the competition, a $250 cash prize will be awarded in recognition of an outstanding Senior Division (9th-12th grade) project created by a student or students who live and/or attend school in the Southshire of Vermont or surrounding region of Bennington County.

How to Participate?
  • Students must register by Tuesday, March 8th.
  • Projects may be completed in one of five areas, either individually or as a group: Paper, Performance, Documentary, Exhibit, or Website.
  • Projects are due on Tuesday, March 22.
  • The in-person event will take place at University of Vermont on Saturday, April 2.

We hope that Bennington County makes a strong representation in this competition, and we are here to help field any research inquiries an interested student might have. Please help spread the word!
AmeriCorps Update

Thanks to a grant from the George W. Mergens Foundation, and through the success of our end of year fundraising efforts, Bennington Museum is pleased to open a search for an Education & Community Engagement AmeriCorps Service Member.

The fulltime & part-time members of the VT Youth Development Corps AmeriCorps State Program (VYDC) implement diverse youth initiatives, fostering positive development & building resilience to help youth avoid opioid misuse & other unhealthy behaviors, transcend the effects of COVID-19, and the gain academic, social, & job skills needed to thrive.

The Education & Community Engagement AmeriCorps Member collaborates on programs & events for K-12 grade students and teachers, families, community members, and adults that advance the Museum’s mission, expand community partnerships, and encourage deeper engagement with diverse audiences. The member engages in the following activities: (1) researches, develops, & teaches programs for a range of audiences from families to adults; (2) performs community & school outreach, helping to develop and maintain relationships with partner organizations; (3) teaches K-12 school groups; (4) plans & facilitates family programs and community events; (4) assists with public programs for adults; and (5) engages in capacity building that supports and advances Bennington Museum’s mission & strategic goals.

Applications open until April 30. You can help by forwarding this opportunity to qualified interested candidates.
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