[Nhcoll-l] April Online Museum Classes

[Helen Alten]

*April 2016 Online Courses Beginning April 4, 2016 and April 11, 2016*

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$100.00 off any full length course purchased before March 5, 2016.Use 
discount code EARLYBIRD at checkout.

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*MS 104: An Introduction to Collections Preservation *

April 4 to 29, 2016

Instructor:  Helen Alten

Location: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__museumclasses.org&d=AwICaQ&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=CLFZJ3fvGSmDp7xK1dNZfh6uGV_h-8NVlo3fXNoRNzI&m=OIk-BWMRAYfdqhfKS-I-qzKadHqBYLuzLAaqmFPdccU&s=HTP2ljO7jokQ5LXuIAuxRAVEEm_uucu38f_8bJ-t3Rs&e= 

Description:

Every museum professional needs a solid foundation in preservation 
principles and techniques. Introduction to Collections Preservation 
provides an overview of current preservation issues from environmental 
monitoring to collection cleaning, exhibit mounts and storage furniture. 
Participants learn about every aspect of the modern museum and how the 
building, staff and fixtures affect preservation. Subjects include the 
agents of deterioration, risk management, object handling and transport, 
object labeling, exhibit lighting, security, emergency preparedness, 
materials for storage and display, storage and exhibit philosophies, and 
condition assessments.

For more information or to sign 
up:http://www.collectioncare.org/introduction-collections-preservation-line-course

*MS 106: Exhibit Fundamentals:Ideas to Installation *

April 4 to May 13, 2016

Instructor:  Karin Hostetter

Location: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__museumclasses.org&d=AwICaQ&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=CLFZJ3fvGSmDp7xK1dNZfh6uGV_h-8NVlo3fXNoRNzI&m=OIk-BWMRAYfdqhfKS-I-qzKadHqBYLuzLAaqmFPdccU&s=HTP2ljO7jokQ5LXuIAuxRAVEEm_uucu38f_8bJ-t3Rs&e= 

Description:

Nearly every museum develops exhibits, but how can we improve 
communication with visitors while taking care of our objects? Exhibit 
Fundamentals explores exhibits from idea to final installation in a 
variety of settings. Topics include exhibit theory, the role of the 
museum's mission, creating a timeline, accessibility and script writing. 
Also covered are design elements, installation techniques, object safety 
and security, visitor safety and evaluations. Each student develops an 
exhibit plan for his or her museum.

For more information or to sign 
up:http://www.collectioncare.org/exhibit-fundamentals-ideas-installation-line-course


      MS 209: Collections Management Policies for Museums and Related
      Institutions

**April 4 to May 13, 2016

Instructor: Kimberly Kenney

Location: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__museumclasses.org&d=AwICaQ&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=CLFZJ3fvGSmDp7xK1dNZfh6uGV_h-8NVlo3fXNoRNzI&m=OIk-BWMRAYfdqhfKS-I-qzKadHqBYLuzLAaqmFPdccU&s=HTP2ljO7jokQ5LXuIAuxRAVEEm_uucu38f_8bJ-t3Rs&e= 

Description:

Acquiring and holding collections impose specific legal, ethical and 
professionalobligations. Museums must ensure proper management, 
preservation and use of their collections. A well-crafted collections 
management policy is key to collections stewardship. Collections 
Management Policies for Museums and Related Institutions helps 
participants develop policies that meet professional and legal standards 
for collections management. Collections Management Policies for Museums 
and Related Institutions teaches the practical skills and knowledge 
needed to write and implement such a policy. The course covers the 
essential components and issues a policy should address. It also 
highlights the role of the policy in carrying out a museum's mission and 
guiding stewardship decisions. Participants are expected to draft 
collections management policies.

For more information or to sign 
up:http://www.collectioncare.org/collections-management-policies-museums-and-related-institutions-line-course

*MS 214: Collections Management Databases *

April 4 to 29, 2016

Instructor:  Sarah Kapellusch

Location: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__museumclasses.org&d=AwICaQ&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=CLFZJ3fvGSmDp7xK1dNZfh6uGV_h-8NVlo3fXNoRNzI&m=OIk-BWMRAYfdqhfKS-I-qzKadHqBYLuzLAaqmFPdccU&s=HTP2ljO7jokQ5LXuIAuxRAVEEm_uucu38f_8bJ-t3Rs&e= 

Description:

A collection database is a necessary tool for accurate and efficient 
collections management. In Collection Management Databases you will 
learn what characteristics distinguish one database system from another; 
how a database can be used to manage inventory, conservation, pest 
management, and other aspects of collections management; as well as how 
to prepare your collection and documentation for entry into a database.

For more information or to sign 
up:http://www.collectioncare.org/collection-management-databases-line-course

*MS 223: Care of Metals *

April 4 to May 13, 2016

Instructor: Fiona Graham

Location: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__museumclasses.org&d=AwICaQ&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=CLFZJ3fvGSmDp7xK1dNZfh6uGV_h-8NVlo3fXNoRNzI&m=OIk-BWMRAYfdqhfKS-I-qzKadHqBYLuzLAaqmFPdccU&s=HTP2ljO7jokQ5LXuIAuxRAVEEm_uucu38f_8bJ-t3Rs&e= 

Description:

Outdoor sculpture, silver tea service, gold jewelry, axe head, wheel rim 
- metals are found in most museum collections and may be stored or 
displayed indoor or outdoors depending on the object. Learn how to 
identify different types of metal and their alloys. Gain an 
understanding of how and why metals deteriorate and methods for 
preventing deterioration from occurring or continuing. The pros and cons 
of different popular treatments will be covered along with 
recommendations for the least damaging approach to treatment. Care of 
Metals provides a simplified explanation of the chemistry and structure 
of metals, explaining the importance of the galvanic series and 
electrochemistry in care strategies. Starting with an overview of the 
history and function of metals and how they are made, the course will 
cover guidelines for handling, labeling, exhibiting and storing metals. 
An overview of treatments, including cleaning, used on metals and how 
appropriate they are for the long-term preservation of the metal object 
will help students make care decisions when consulting with conservators.

For more information or to sign 
up:http://www.collectioncare.org/care-metals-line-course

*MS 237: Formative Evaluations for Exhibits and Public Programs *

April 4 to 29, 2016

Instructor: Karin Hostetter

Location: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__museumclasses.org&d=AwICaQ&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=CLFZJ3fvGSmDp7xK1dNZfh6uGV_h-8NVlo3fXNoRNzI&m=OIk-BWMRAYfdqhfKS-I-qzKadHqBYLuzLAaqmFPdccU&s=HTP2ljO7jokQ5LXuIAuxRAVEEm_uucu38f_8bJ-t3Rs&e= 

Description:

Have you done some evaluation but did not get helpful information? Do 
you wish you could do evaluations, but think it is too hard or too 
expensive? Do you wonder how to get people to use an offered program 
more? Evaluations are feasible and easy. This course will help you 
determine what you really want to know, choose the right process to 
gather the information, develop meaningful questions, and figure out 
what the results tell you. Please have a program or text in mind (real 
or imagined) to work with during the course. Note: this course will not 
be looking at statistical analysis.

For more information or to sign 
up:http://www.collectioncare.org/formative-evaluations-exhibits-and-public-programs-online-course

*MS 001: The Problem with Plastics *

April 11 to 15, 2016

Instructor: Diana Komejan

Location: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__museumclasses.org&d=AwICaQ&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=CLFZJ3fvGSmDp7xK1dNZfh6uGV_h-8NVlo3fXNoRNzI&m=OIk-BWMRAYfdqhfKS-I-qzKadHqBYLuzLAaqmFPdccU&s=HTP2ljO7jokQ5LXuIAuxRAVEEm_uucu38f_8bJ-t3Rs&e= 

Description:

As we march boldly toward the 22nd century, artifact collecting includes 
that most fragile of materials - plastic. Not only is it in our 
collections, but it is used to house our collections, too. What problems 
have you seen? What problems have others seen? What materials are best? 
What can we, as caretakers, do to minimize long-term damage? Join Diana 
in this mini-course for discussing care and deterioration of plastics. 
Bring any questions you have about plastics in your museum.

For more information or to sign 
up:http://www.collectioncare.org/problem-plastics-line-short-course

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Helen Alten
Northern States Conservation Center
www.collectioncare.org
www.museumclasses.org

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