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Session: Museum Data: Empowering New York, Empowering YouMonday, April 72 - 3:15 PM Location: Ithaca Downtown Conference Center About: Data is powerful! This workshop will teach you about the power of your data and how your museum’s data can contribute to the New York Study of Public and Private Museums. During this workshop, participants will learn all about the Study, what they need to know to participate, as well as how to collect and make the most of data at their own museums. The New York Study of Public and Private Museums was commissioned by the State Legislature and is being conducted by Wilkening Consulting on behalf of Empire State Development.Presenters: Rebecca Martin, Education Leader, Wilkening Consulting Rebecca Martin (she/her) is an educator with more than 20 years of experience developing engaging museum exhibitions and programs and managing volunteers. Her work at organizations with 4-3000 full time staff makes her able to relate to museums of any size. Rebecca loves conducting research for exhibitions, talking about learning theory, and getting behind-the-scenes looks at collections. She combined an MA in History with a certificate in Museum Studies at the University of Delaware and earned a BA in History and French from Grinnell College. Zachary Finn, Outreach Manager, Wilkening Consulting A New Yorker through-and-through, Zachary (he/him) was born in Rochester and now resides in Cortland County. He has worked in education at cultural heritage sites and organizations including the Genesee Country Village Museum, Seward House Museum, and William G. Pomeroy Foundation. In his work, Zachary has developed collaborative, community-focused initiatives that make history accessible and engaging. He earned a BA in History from Lycoming College and a MA in American History from SUNY Brockport. |
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If for any reason, MANY cancels the conference, we will issue you a full refund.
If you cancel your registration before Monday March 31, that request must be made in writing via email to conference@nysmuseums.org. We will refund you the full amount of your registration, minus a $45 administrative fee.
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The Museum Association of New York (MANY) is dedicated to providing a safe, inclusive, and welcoming conference experience for all participants. All attendees are expected to follow this Code of Conduct, which applies to all pre-conference workshops, concurrent sessions, special events, and capstone experiences.
Compliance with the Code of Conduct is expected from all conference participants; including, but not limited to, attendees, speakers, staff, organizers, contractors, volunteers, exhibitors, and sponsors. Read more.