Religion and the Western Landscape: A Continuation of the Discussion “Is Religious History Relevant?”
“Is religious history relevant?” From my experience, I’m surprised that the question even needs to be asked. Let me explain why. To [...]
Engaging New Museum Audiences with Pokémon Go
As a follow-up to Alexandra Rasic’s blog last week, "Is There a Place for Pokémon Go in History Museums," I was encouraged [...]
Is There a Place for Pokémon Go in History Museums?
Some very excited colleagues came into my office earlier this week: “Hey…we’re not only the site of two Pokémon Gyms, but we’ve [...]
FLASH SALE: $10 CARING FOR YOUR HISTORIC HOUSE BOOK
FLASH SALE: $10 CARING FOR YOUR HISTORIC HOUSE BOOK For a limited time, AASLH is selling Caring for Your Historic [...]
Wanting to Be Everywhere at Once
By the skin of my teeth, I got my American Association for State and Local History (AASLH) annual meeting registration [...]
Leverage Your AASLH Membership to Maximize Your Potential with Employers
Hiring managers don’t always turn to major job posting sites to find candidates that fit their needs. In fact, some [...]
#AASLH2015 Stories from the HEART: 10 Years After Katrina
Collections in Pass Christian Historical Society Vault Friday, October 14, 2005, Hattiesburg, MS: Within minutes of our arrival, [...]
Does Clio Sit On Your Shoulder?
Kids have a knack for asking legitimate questions. One of the most common is, “Why do we need to learn this history stuff?” Whenever I [...]
AASLH Encourages Members and Institutions to Become Blue Star Museums
AASLH is a proud partner of the Blue Star Museums and I am writing to invite you to join with the National Endowment for the [...]
Eyes on the Prize
Completing scholarship and grant applications can be stressful, but don’t let the process discourage you. Your reviewer isn't some hooded figure sitting in the shadows, cackling [...]
Small Museum Toolkit
I’ve worked closely with AASLH’s Small Museum Committee since 2007. Since then, this dedicated group has launched an online newsletter, increasingly successful scholarship campaigns, and [...]
Taking a New Point of View
It is possible to provide new perspectives, and frankly, it may be the key to our survival. Don’t let bigger museums take all the credit for telling these important stories! Tell us what you have done to expand the stories and perspectives you share at your small museum.
AASLH’s Annual Conference: All in the Family
There’s no better place to learn and share innovative strategies – to recharge your personal, professional and psychological batteries - than at AASLH’s Annual Meetings.