|
β
|
Members Impacted by Hurricane Helene
Dear VAM Community,
In the wake of the impacts felt across the Commonwealth following Hurricane Helene, we want to extend our heartfelt support to all those affected by this natural disaster. We understand that this is a challenging time, and we stand with you as we navigate the recovery process together...read more
| | |
|
|
Welcome the Membership & Programs Coordinator
The Virginia Association of Museums (VAM) is very pleased to announce the hire of Kevin Collins, an experienced membership coordinator with a background in the arts and culture sector. His first day at VAM was October 2, 2024. We wish him luck in his new role at VAM!..read more
| | |
β
|
Conference Sponsorships Are Available
We welcome any businesses interested in museums or museum professionals as clients to participate as exhibitors, sponsors, and/ or advertisers. We want your business to be a part of this unique event, and we want you to have an experience that is meaningful for your business goals. Conference sponsors are encouraged to inquire before February 21, 2025, to ensure ample production time for inclusion in the conference program book...read more
| | |
β
|
|
Silent Auction Donations and Volunteers Are Appreciated
The very popular silent auction is BACK and we're looking to make it better than EVER!! Proceeds from the auction support VAM and our members across the Commonwealth and the District of Colombia...read more
| | |
β
|
|
Student Poster Session Competition is Starting Soon
The Virginia Association of Museums recognizes the future of the museum profession is in the hands of current college and university students. We hope this opportunity will help further our student members' careers and offer stronger connections for emerging professionals...read more
| | |
β
|
|
Interested in a Book Club?
Hello Book Lovers! Weβre thrilled to launch our first-ever VAM book club meeting! Join the first meeting, share ideas, and vote for a book at the next Book Club. The first meeting is in January...read more
| |
Open Office Hours
October 10, 2024 | Every 2nd Thursday |1:00 PM - 2:00 PM | Online Chats | Free
Come join us for these supportive sessions where we can share, learn, and grow together as we navigate the world of museum work.
| |
|
Member institutions sending 3+ people receive a 15% discount on their per person ticket cost. | |
Leadership Symposium
October 15, 2024 | 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM | Manassas Museum | Manassas | $100 Member/$125 Non-Member/$85 for 3+ Attendees from a Member Institution
Designed for mid-career individuals in management positions, this event in designed to focus on skill building and the creation of a VA cohort for rising leaders. 20 seats remaining! Registration ends on October 10.
Learn more about the symposium
| |
Meet-Up and Fundraiser at Sinistral
October 15, 2024 | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM | Sinistral Brewing Company | Manassas | Donations Welcome
VAM members are invited to RSVP at Sinistral for a Meet-Up! Join us in the Northern VA region as we sip and mingle to support VAM.
| |
| |
|
Tuesday Talks
October 22, 2024 | Every 4th Tuesday | 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM | Online Chats | Free
October's talk: Creative Interpretation and Exhibition Curation in Museum Contexts
Octoberβs discussions will delve into creative interpretation methods, exhibition curation techniques, and storytelling approaches that enhance the visitor experience and promote learning in museums.
| |
Tidewater Virtual Meet-Up
October 29, 2024 | 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Online Chats | Free for Members
VAM's Tidewater Regional Director, Amanda Williams, is hosting a virtual member meetup for VAM members in the Tidewater region. Join us from 3:00 - 4:00 PM for an informal meet-up to discuss regional issues, programs, collaborations, and more!
| |
| |
|
Mountain-Valley Virtual Meetup
November 12, 2024 | Quarterly on the Second Tuesday | 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Online Chats | Free for Members
These virtual Meet-Ups provide VAM members with the opportunity to discuss regional topics and trends in an informal forum. This month, we'll discuss "What do educators want from museums?" Join colleagues and educators from the field for an open conversation.
| |
*NEW* Building Impactful Relationships with Community Partners
November 13, 2024 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Virtual | $25 Members/$45 Non-Members
Explore strategies for museum professionals to advocate effectively for their institutions by building and nurturing relationships with key community partners. Museums play a vital role in the cultural and economic landscape, and it's crucial to engage with local government, state legislators, departments of economic development and tourism, and chambers of commerce to enhance this impact.
| |
|
Virginia Certificate in Museum Management: 1 Credit Towards External Affairs (Advocacy)
| |
Congrats to the Winners of the Historic Preservation Award
Preservation Virginia recognizes exemplary historic preservation projects and historical research in the Commonwealth. This year, VAM member, the Montgomery Museum of Art and History was awarded!...read more
| |
|
Courtney Amos, Events and Communications Manager at the Montgomery Museum of Art and History will be leaving the museum after nearly two years of assisting and strengthening the museum's marketing efforts and event portfolio. She will be dearly missed and we greatly appreciate her role in event coordination and graphic design/messaging over the past two years!
Kevin Collins joined VAM's team as the Membership & Programs Coordinator! We wish him well in his new role.
| |
Stay connected and informed by sharing news and updates with our membership community. Your voice matters and your contributions play a vital role in keeping our members engaged and knowledgeable. Contact communications@vamuseums.org | |
|
Want to network with peers throughout the Commonwealth? Volunteer with us Rick!
Any member of VAM may apply to join a committee that oversees just about every aspect, from our annual conference to workshops and more. For more information or to express interest contact us!
| | | |
|
Enrollment in the Virginia Certificate in Museum Management will open on March 1, 2025. Certificate students may obtain credit if they attend the conference on March 15 - 18, 2025.
| | |
VAM's job board receives an average of 6.4k views per month! | |
We would like to encourage all our members* to take advantage of our platform by listing their open job positions with us. By doing so, you will have the opportunity to reach a wider audience and attract top talent from the museum community.
Non-members can post job openings for a nominal fee!*
| |
β
| | |
Help VAM support career development opportunities for present and future Virginia museum professionals. Contribute today! | |
|
Jordan Cline
Kaitlyn Kinslow
Jacquelynn Morgan
University of Mary Washington Galleries
| | |
|
We want to know your hails and farewells, news, and events. Let us and your fellow VAM members know whatβs happening in your neck of the woods. We can't wait to hear from you!
| |
- Please remember to make sure your primary and billing contact information is up-to-date.
-
Keep in mind of your membership status! Memberships annually renew on the anniversary of their join date and invoices are typically sent via our member management system and may end up in spam folders. To see if you have an open invoice, log in to your VAM account.
If we can be of any assistance, contact Kevin here. Thank you!
| | |
|
VAM advocates for the importance of museums in our communities and strengthens the cultural sector by supporting museum professionals throughout their careers with professional development, networking, and thought leadership. | | | | |
