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Inspiration and Innovation in Libraries and Museums
By Donna DiMichele | September 18, 2015
IMLS Hosts 2015 Focus Conference in New Orleans, November 16 and 17
Conference to highlight agency priorities, showcase IMLS grantees’ work, and explore the latest issues in museums and libraries
The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) will hold a conference that will bring together grantees, potential applicants, and professionals working in museums, libraries, archives, and cultural heritage organizations to discuss trends, successful IMLS-funded projects and initiatives, and the collective impact of museums and libraries across the country. Each day of the conference will be structured with both plenary sessions and panels on various issues. The conference agenda is available.
Registration is limited to two people per organization. To register, go to the IMLS Focus Conference website.
Panel presentations will cover components of community engagement, engaging learners, collections and digital access.
Topics that will be explored include:
- Library and museum support for workforce and economic development.
- Rethinking the user experience.
- Tools, resources, and networks for making, tinkering, and participatory learning.
- Harnessing the collective wisdom of the crowd to generate content.
- Innovative technology in collections care.
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