I wrote earlier about project management and administration skills that have can be invaluable in a number of public history roles. Since moving into the Researcher/Curator role in February I've also had an opportunity to continue to expand a range of exhibition, design, and outreach practices.Visualizing space and display design have always been something I … Continue reading Exhibition and Design Skills
Public History and Administrative Skills
A lot of work I've been doing recently falls more under the project management and administrative support category than hands on archival work. All of my jobs have included administrative and planning tasks that many people don't associate with public history. Getting ready ready to go public takes a lot of work. Exhibit schedules do … Continue reading Public History and Administrative Skills
Expansion through friends
December 16's #reverb10 prompt was:Friendship. How has a friend changed you or your perspective on the world this year? Was this change gradual, or a sudden burst?The greatest impact my friends or colleagues have on me this year is their ability to open my eyes to new ideas and avenues. In the past year colleagues … Continue reading Expansion through friends