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Events

Welcome to the Events page. As Collections Link grows, we will use this page to flag up forthcoming events, conferences and seminars that are relevant to Collections Management.

Let's Do I.T. Right!

36th Annual Museum Computer Network Conference
12th -15th November 2008
Washington, DC

Join MCN in the nation's capital for four days of targeted programming emphasizing the “how-tos”and “why-tos” of Information Technology for Museums.

We'll meet in downtown Washington, DC at the beautiful Grand Hyatt Washington Hotel for a full range of programs addressing a wide array of topics.

Conference Topics

  • Issues of National Concern for Museums
  • Social Networking, Web 2.0 and Web 3.0
  • Superior Content, Superior Delivery
  • Digital Readiness
  • Museum Information Standards
  • Leadership, Sustainability, Accountability

Visit www.mcn.edu/conferences for the preliminary program and further information on conference scholarships, sponsorships, hotels and travel.

Proof Positive: how archives can make be tter use of data and research evidence

The 2008 NCA Conference
The Birmingham and Midland Institute, Birmingham – free of charge
17th July

A great deal of data is collected by archive services across the UK, from the annual CIPFA returns for local authorities to the National Visitors Survey. Increasingly, national research data such as Taking Part is also available as well as more general governmental resources from bodies such as the Office for National Statistics.

But how can we make the best use of it? It is sometimes said that archivists and statistics are not happy partners but there are equally many examples where individual archives have made positive use of research data to defend and strengthen their services and demonstrate how they contribute to wider agendas. The use of evidence that is recognised by non-archival bodies is particularly important here. The National Council on Archives has organised this conference with the support of the Museums, Libraries and Archives Council to share examples of good practice and provide practical workshops for the experienced and beginner alike.

Venue
The Conference will take place at the historical Birmingham and Midland Institute on Margaret Street in Birmingham.  To find out more and obtain a map go to http://www.bmi.org.uk/location.html

Booking
To book your place, visit the NCA website at http://www.ncaonline.org.uk/about_nca/conf_2008/.

Thanks to MLA's support the conference is free to attend but places are limited so make sure you book early.  Booking will close on Thursday 10 July. 

If you have any questions contact Joanne Fitton, NCA Secretary, on 0161 253 6314 or j.c.fitton@bury.gov.uk. The NCA looks forward to welcoming you in Birmingham.

If you are organising an event and would like to submit details for inclusion here, please email us.