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Welcome

Welcome to the 2014 Smithsonian Affiliations National Conference. We are pleased that so many have come from near and far to participate

in this important gathering. Year after year, the Conference has been fertile ground for exploring collaboration opportunities, sharing best practices, building organizational relationships, and creating new friendships.

National outreach has been a central part of the Smithsonian’s mission since its founding in 1846. Joseph Henry, our first Secretary, set the direction that we have followed ever since:

“The worth and importance of the Institution are not be estimated by what it accumulates within the walls of its building, but by what it sends forth to the world.”

Through the active partnerships established between Affiliate organizations and Smithsonian museums we have “sent forth” the Smithsonian in unprecedented numbers. Since the creation of the Smithsonian Affiliations program in 1996, nearly 9,000 artifacts, scientific specimens and works of art from the Smithsonian have been placed on view in museums across the country. In addition, thousands of people have seen Smithsonian scholars, educators, and public programs up close in their own communities, while even more are experiencing the Smithsonian at Affiliate locations through digital outreach – youth summits, online programs, videoconferencing and webinars.

Over the years, our relationships have evolved into genuine reciprocal exchanges or “two-way streets.” This is best symbolized by the Wankel T. rex on the cover of the program, “one of the finest dinosaur specimens in the world,” recently made available to our National Museum of Natural History through the auspices of our Montana Affiliate, the Museum of the Rockies. Smithsonian Affiliates have brought important exhibits to the Mall, loaned us their artifacts, served on our advisory committees, and participated in pioneering research studies.

While the possibilities for increased collaboration are endless and exciting, we must always keep in mind that collaboration is not an end in itself. It is a path for using our resources to reach larger audiences with stories that reveal our knowledge of the world, foster respect for the diversity of life, stimulate curiosity and inspire learning.

We are delighted that you have taken the time to join us and look forward to a lively exchange of ideas, as always, in the company of colleagues and friends.

Harold A. ClosterDirectorSmithsonian Affiliations

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Program at a glance

Monday, June 23 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Pre-scheduled meetings with Smithsonian staff

PRE-CONFERENCE SESSIONS2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. New Business Opportunities with Smithsonian EnterprisesRoom 4025, National Museum of the American Indian

2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Museum on Main Street’s Waterways Project: Collaboration Opportunities with Affiliates Patron’s Lounge, 4th floor, National Museum of the American Indian

3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Conference Registration Schermer Hall, Smithsonian Castle

4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Orientation Challenge: Test Your Smithsonian Affiliations Knowledge Smithsonian Castle Commons

6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Welcome ReceptionSmithsonian Freer Gallery of Art

Tuesday, June 246:30 a.m. – 7:00 a.m. Yoga on the National Mall

7:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Conference RegistrationColumbia Ballroom, Holiday Inn-Capitol

8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Welcome Breakfast Columbia Ballroom, Holiday Inn-Capitol

9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Smithsonian Resource Fair Columbia Ballroom, Holiday Inn-Capitol

11:15 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Keynote Address G. Wayne Clough, 12th Secretary of the Smithsonian InstitutionRasmuson Theater, National Museum of the American IndianSpecial remarks from Kevin Gover (Pawnee), Director, National Museum of the American Indian Affiliate guest interviewer: Angelica Docog, Executive Director, UTSA Institute of Texan Cultures

12:30 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. Lunch on your own.

CONCURRENT SESSIONS2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.Innoskate: Discovering Innovation and Creativity through Skateboard CultureRoom 4018, National Museum of the American Indian

2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. What’s Your Membership Strategy? Communication is a Two-Way StreetPatron’s Lounge, 4th floor, National Museum of the American Indian

3:00 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.Coffee/Tea breakRoom 4025, National Museum of the American Indian

CONCURRENT SESSIONS3:15 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Digital Donors: Is Crowdfunding Transforming Museum Fundraising?Room 4018, National Museum of the American Indian

3:15 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. History Relevance Campaign: Raising History’s Profile Patron’s Lounge, 4th floor, National Museum of the American Indian

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5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Rooftop Terrace ReceptionRooftop Terrace, National Museum of American History

Wednesday, June 256:30 a.m. – 7:00 a.m. Yoga on the National Mall

8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Breakfast Atrium Café, National Museum of Natural History

CONCURRENT SESSIONS9:15 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. The Evolution of a Fossil Hall: Bringing a Modern Lens to an Ancient StoryExecutive Conference Room, National Museum of Natural History

9:15 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. Is there life beyond 140 characters? @amhistorymuseum @nmnh @RocketCenterUSA share the pwr of Tweetups @SIAffiliates #SAConf2014Q?rius Lab, National Museum of Natural History

10:15 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. – Break –

CONCURRENT SESSIONS10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Welcome! Bienvenido! : Museum Engagement with Immigrant Communities Q?rius Lab, National Museum of Natural History

10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.Liftoff! The Space Shuttle’s Rebirth as a Vehicle for LearningQ?rius Theater, National Museum of Natural History

LUNCH SESSION11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Lettuce Talk: Bringing Visitors Together Around FoodExecutive Conference Room, National Museum of Natural History (Lunch provided

CONCURRENT WORKSHOP TOURS:1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

• Discover the Brave New World of 3D Imaging

• Starting From Scratch: Artifacts for a New Museum

• Behind the Scenes at the West Wing

• BeyondBollywood:IndianAmericansShapetheNation

• Evaluation and Accessibility Workshop

CONCURRENT SESSIONS3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Connecting With Teens through Q?rius and ARTLAB+Q?rius Studio, National Museum of Natural History

3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Let’s Put Our Heads Together: Agile Brainstorming with SCRUMExecutive Conference Room, National Museum of Natural History

6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Congressional Night at the SmithsonianNational Museum of the American Indian

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Monday, June 238:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Pre-scheduled meetings with Smithsonian staffAffiliates interested in meeting with specific Smithsonian staff members must contact their Affiliations National Outreach Manager prior to their arrival to organize a meeting during this time.

(Pre-Conference sessions)2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.New Business Opportunities with Smithsonian EnterprisesRoom 4025, National Museum of the American IndianMark Bauman, Senior Vice President, Smithsonian EnterprisesJennifer Brundage, National Outreach Manager, Smithsonian Affiliations

In spring 2014, Smithsonian Affiliations and Smithsonian Enterprises surveyed Affiliate directors about a range of new business opportunities and ideas for leveraging the collective power of the Affiliate network. Panelists will discuss the results and explore the most popular ideas in greater depth. Participants will discover new potential offerings for content and revenue sharing.

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2:30 p.m.- 3:30 p.m.Museum on Main Street’s Waterways Project: Collaboration Opportunities with AffiliatesPatron’s Lounge, 4th floor, National Museum of the American IndianCarol Harsh, Executive Officer, Exhibits Department, Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibit ServiceRobbie Davis, Project Director, Museum on Main Street, Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibit Service

SITES, through its Museum on Main Street program, will introduce a new national exhibition initiative on water in May 2016. Join us for a discussion of opportunities for Affiliates to get involved in this six-year project that will serve more than 180 communities in up to 30 states. Explore with us how your scholarship and expertise can be used to expand the reach of the project and assist small museums in your state.

3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.Conference RegistrationSchermer Hall, Smithsonian CastleAffiliations Staff will be on hand to greet registered guests.

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4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.Orientation Challenge: Test Your Smithsonian Affiliations KnowledgeSmithsonian Castle CommonsWe know it takes a bit of work to figure out the best ways to partner with the Smithsonian. Why not reward your knowledge of the Affiliations program in this new twist on an old favorite? Discover (or get a refresher on) the benefits and resources available to Smithsonian Affiliates in a session designed after your favorite trivia games.

6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.Welcome ReceptionSmithsonian Freer Gallery of ArtJoin us in the museum’s elegant central courtyard garden to kick off our Conference.

Tuesday, June 246:30 a.m. – 7:00 a.m.Yoga on the National MallGreet the sun and welcome the day with an easy yoga session led by a special Affiliate guest yogi. Meet in front of the National Air and Space Museum facing the National Mall and bring your mat! (but if you can’t we’ll have something there for you.)

7:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.Conference RegistrationColumbia Ballroom, Holiday Inn-Capitol

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9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.Smithsonian Resource FairColumbia Ballroom, Holiday Inn-CapitolMeet with liaisons from the following Smithsonian museums, programs, and offices.

Anacostia Community Museum

Archives of American Art

Asian Pacific American Center

Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage

CrowdTorch by Cvent

Freer Gallery of Art and Arthur M. Sackler Gallery

Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden

Museum-in-Progress

National Air and Space Museum

National Museum of African American History and Culture

National Museum of African Art

National Museum of American History

National Museum of Natural History

National Museum of the American Indian

National Portrait Gallery

National Postal Museum

National Zoological Park

Office of Exhibits Central

Smithsonian Accessibility Program

Smithsonian Affiliate Membership

Smithsonian American Art Museum

Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory

Smithsonian Center for Learning and Digital Access

Smithsonian Early Enrichment Center

Smithsonian Folkways

Smithsonian Institution Libraries

Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service

Smithsonian Latino Center

The Lemelson Center for the Study of Invention & Innovation

The Smithsonian Associates

8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.Welcome BreakfastColumbia Ballroom, Holiday Inn-Capitol

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11:15 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Keynote AddressG. Wayne Clough, 12th Secretary of the Smithsonian InstitutionRasmuson Theater, National Museum of the American IndianSpecial remarks from Kevin Gover (Pawnee), Director, National Museum

of the American IndianAffiliate guest interviewer: Angelica Docog, Executive Director, UTSA

Institute of Texan Cultures

How can we prepare ourselves to reach the generation of digital natives who bring a huge appetite—and aptitude—for the digital world? Based on his new e-book Best of Both Worlds: Museums, Libraries, and Archives in a Digital Age, Secretary Clough shares his thoughts on how the Smithsonian is tackling this issue and how Affiliates play a vital role for providing limitless opportunities for engagement and lifelong learning through digital access.

12:30 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. Lunch on your own.

CONCURRENT SESSIONS2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Innoskate: Discovering Innovation and Creativity through Skateboard CultureRoom 4018, National Museum of the American IndianKate Wiley, Public Affairs Specialist, Lemelson Center for the Study of Invention and InnovationBetsy Gordon, Project Manager, National Museum of the American IndianClaire Orologas, Executive Director, Polk Museum of ArtKimberly Jacobsen, Manager of Volunteer Resources, Museum of History & Industry

In June 2013, the National Museum of American History hosted a major public festival that celebrated invention, innovation, and creativity in skate culture called Innoskate. Hands-on activities expanded to broader discussions of engineering and physics, and ultimately the intersection of innovation and skateboarding. Two Affiliates—The Polk Museum of Art (Lakeland, Florida) and the Museum of History and Industry (Seattle, Washington) partnered with the Lemelson Center to bring Innoskate to their own communities. Smithsonian and Affiliate panelists will discuss community impact, the importance of the Affiliate network and lessons learned in the planning and execution of Innoskate.

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2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.What’s Your Membership Strategy? Communication is a Two-Way StreetPatron’s Lounge, 4th floor, National Museum of the American IndianAnn Fortescue, Executive Director, Springfield Museum of ArtChristina DiMeglio Lopez, Business and External Affairs Manager, Smithsonian Affiliations

Don’t underestimate the important role your members have in sustaining financial security for your organization. We discuss strategy to engage members, build renewals and the importance of talking to members as you develop new benefits. Communicating with members on a regular basis is key to renewals and growth. The Springfield Museum of Art will discuss how the organization transformed its membership program to increase member support during challenging times. New benefits for Affiliate-Smithsonian members will also be discussed. A breakout ses-sion will follow to create action plans and expand the Affiliate reciprocal network.

3:00 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. – Coffee/Tea break –Room 4025, National Museum of the American Indian

CONCURRENT SESSIONS3:15 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.Digital Donors: Is Crowdfunding Transforming Museum Fundraising?Room 4018, National Museum of the American IndianMiranda Gale, Public Affairs and Marketing Specialist, Freer Gallery of Art and Arthur M. Sackler GalleryYoon Lee, Director of Digital Media Philanthropy, Smithsonian InstitutionNichole Myles, Vice President of Education and Exhibits, Putnam Museum and Science Center

The concept of crowdfunding has its origins in crowdsourcing—reaching a goal by leveraging small contributions from many. In May 2013, the Smithsonian Freer and Sackler Galleries embarked on the Smithsonian’s first major crowdfunding campaign, raising more than $170,000 for the exhibition Yoga: The Art of Transformation. Its success depended on much more than fundraising tactics, and involved marketing, branding, messaging across multiple platforms, word-of-mouth promotion, and special events. Affiliate and Smithsonian experts share crowdfunding experiences from recent campaigns. The panel will discuss media coverage, strategy, content, messaging and audiences—plus what worked and “lessons learned” for other museums.

3:15 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.History Relevance Campaign: Raising History’s ProfilePatron’s Lounge, 4th floor, National Museum of the American IndianTim Grove, Chief of Museum Learning, National Air and Space MuseumKent Whitworth, Executive Director, Kentucky Historical Society

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Is history disappearing from our schools? Should the past be laid to rest? The History Relevance Campaign is a grassroots movement made up of public historians who say it’s time to show why the study and practice of history develop life skills that contribute to a stronger citizenry and are crucial to our nation’s future. Over the past year, the group has held conversations at conferences of the American Alliance of Museums, National History Day, National Council for Public History, American Historical Association, and the American Association for State and Local History. Come help shape and form a national campaign for history. You can also join the discussion now on LinkedIn at http://bit.ly/historybrand.

4:30 p.m.- 5:00 p.m.Shuttle transportation to the National Museum of American History. Shuttle departs from the staff entrance located at Maryland Ave. and Independence Ave.

5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.Rooftop Terrace ReceptionRooftop Terrace, National Museum of American HistoryPlease meet in Flag Hall, 2nd floor, National Mall entrance to be escorted to the 5th floor.Join us for spectacular views of the Washington D.C. skyline from the rooftop of the American History Museum. Light refreshments will be served.

Wednesday, June 25:6:30 a.m. – 7:00 a.m.Yoga on the National MallGreet the sun and welcome the day with an easy yoga session led by a special Affiliate guest yogi. Meet in front of the National Air and Space Museum facing the National Mall and bring your mat! (but if you can’t we’ll have something there for you.)

8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.BreakfastAtrium Café, National Museum of Natural History

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CONCURRENT SESSIONS9:15 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.The Evolution of a Fossil Hall: Bringing a Modern Lens to an Ancient StoryExecutive Conference Room, National Museum of Natural HistoryKara Blond, Director of Exhibitions, National Museum of Natural HistoryKathy Hollis, Paleobiology Collections Manager, National Museum of Natural HistorySteve Jabo, Fossil Preparator, National Museum of Natural History

The National Museum of Natural History’s Fossil Halls are undergoing the largest and most complex renovation in the Museum’s history. New fossil displays and scientific stories, informed by the most current research, will give fresh meaning to ancient life. And new techniques for fossil display and collections management enable researchers to tell new stories with historic specimens. Visitors to the new hall will explore how life, environments, and ecosystems have interacted to form and change our planet over billions of years. Share your own experiences and take away ideas for reshaping a new story in old exhibits.

9:15 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. Is there life beyond 140 characters? @amhistorymuseum @nmnh @RocketCenterUSA share the pwr of Tweetups @SIAffiliates #SAConf2014Q?rius, Lab, National Museum of Natural HistoryErin Blasco, Education Specialist, Department of New Media, National Museum of American HistoryHilary-Morgan Watt, Social Media Manager, National Museum of Natural HistoryTrevor Daniels, Community and Government Relations Manager, U.S. Space & Rocket Center

In a world where news breaks on Twitter before television, and where audiences can instantly share unique experiences or favorite brands and make meaningful connections with anyone in the world, museums are finding new ways to reach social media savvy groups and provide them with more opportunities to engage in person as well as online. This session will introduce attendees to the art of planning a Tweetup and discuss its efficacy when used in conjunction with other strategies. Next we’ll take guests on a brief Tweetup demo in the Q?RIUS space, discuss measuring success, and how to replicate this at your museum.

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CONCURRENT SESSIONS10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.Welcome! Bienvenido! : Museum Engagement with Immigrant CommunitiesQ?rius Lab, National Museum of Natural HistoryPatricia Lannes, Founder and Project Director, CALTA21, Cultures and Literacies Through Art for the 21st CenturyLaura Lombard, Head of Adult & Academic Programs, Rubin Museum of ArtGina Inocencio, Program Specialist, Smithsonian Asian Pacific American CenterDean MacLeod, Curator of Education, Greensboro Historical Museum

What role can museums play in embracing immigrant audiences? Panelists will approach this topic from a youth, adult, and family perspective and share their findings, best practices, partnership and replication opportunities. The CALTA21 team will focus on partnerships between museums and adult literacy/language programs and how an art and language-based initiative can nurture lifelong engagement with museums. The Young Historians, Living Histories team will discuss the role partnerships play in capturing and sharing immigration stories from a youth perspective through digital media and oral histories.

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10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.Liftoff! The Space Shuttle’s Rebirth as a Vehicle for LearningQ?rius Theater, National Museum of Natural HistoryTony Gondola, Challenger Center Educator, The Museum of FlightMichael Hulslander, Manager of Onsite Learning, Smithsonian’s National Air and Space MuseumJennifer Kennedy, Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator Fellow, NASA Headquarters, Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate

The era of the space shuttle may have drawn to a close, but shuttles are finding new life in education at museums across the country. The retirement of the shuttle fleet presents unique educational and collaborative opportunities for a greater community of organizations to explore space history through STEM programs. In this session, case studies will demonstrate unique exhibition and educational plans for the retired space shuttle fleet. Panelists will share experiences and resources that would benefit other museums interested in using the space shuttle program in their educational offerings.

11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.Lettuce Talk: Bringing Visitors Together Around FoodExecutive Conference Room, National Museum of Natural History (Lunch provided*)Daniel Holm, Food Programs Assistant Producer, National Museum of American HistoryKate LaPrad, Director of Museum Affairs, Plimoth PlantationSarah Rooney, Community Programs Manager, Senator John Heinz History Center*Guests may opt to explore the Smithsonian Folklife Festival’s opening day during this time as well. Please note, lunch will not be provided if this option is chosen.

Whether it’s coming together around the table, cooking with family, or watching a cooking show on television, people are talking about food in the U.S. and around the world. How can museums capitalize on the current food trend and connect deeply with visitors through their own memories of food and festivity to create dynamic, interactive learning experiences? And how is connecting to visitors through food, a very basic experience, actually an innovative museum practice? By sharing case studies about food programming, panelists at this session will demonstrate that using food to connect with visitors nourishes and energizes the relationship that audiences have with museums.

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1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.Behind-the-Scenes Workshop Tours

Discover the Brave New World of 3D ImagingMeeting Location: Steps of the National Museum of Natural History/ National Mall side, board shuttle to Office of Exhibits Central (OEC) Landover, Maryland

OEC, Smithsonian Institution: Susan Ades, Director, Vince Rossi, Exhibits Specialist, Modelmaker, Carolyn Thome, Exhibits Specialist, Modelmaker, Matthew Hoffman, Education Specialist, National Museum of American History

The Smithsonian Office of Exhibits Central and Digitization Program offices are changing the delivery of information through digitization. Don’t have a 3D printer? The Smithsonian 3D team has scanned many artifacts and offers students the ability to explore some of the Smithsonian’s most treasured objects. A tour of the 3D lab and model shop is followed by discussion of the endless possibilities of 3D technology.

Starting From Scratch: Artifacts for a New MuseumMeeting Location: Steps of the National Museum of Natural History/ National Mall side, board shuttle to Landover, Maryland; discussion will take place in Room A #U21.

National Museum of African American History and Culture: Reneé S. Anderson, Head of Collections, Mary Elliot, Project Historian

The National Museum of African American History and Culture is busy creating collections that will contribute to the museum’s research, exhibitions, and programs for the new museum. These collections reflect the history and development of the African American experience including: the era of slavery, the period of Reconstruction, the Harlem Renaissance, and the civil rights movement.

Behind the Scenes at the West WingMeeting Location: Steps of the National Museum of Natural History on the National Mall side, walk to the National Museum of American History. Discussion will take place in the Presidential Reception Suite, 1st floor near gift shop.

National Museum of American History: Judy Gradwohl, Associate Director for Public Programs,Amy Bartow-Melia, Associate Director for Programs and Strategic Initiatives

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Join us for an exciting preview of the National Museum of American History’s new West Wing — a new 127,000 sq. ft, 3 story space that will explore the history of American business and innovation, highlight “hot spots” of invention, examine democracy in America, and showcase American culture. Hands-on activity spaces in a new Education Center and several public plazas will provide areas for programs and public gatherings. Come talk about what this means for Affiliates and how your community can collaborate with the museum.

BeyondBollywood:IndianAmericansShapetheNationMeeting Location: Second Floor, Special Exhibits Gallery, National Museum of Natural History. Discussion will take place in Executive Conference Room after tour.

Masum Momaya, Curator, Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center; Ed Liskey, Scheduling & Exhibitor Relations Coordinator, Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service

Join Smithsonian colleagues on a tour of Beyond Bollywood and discover the diverse contributions of Indian immigrants and their

descendants in the U.S. After the tour, participants will learn how to bring this exhibition to their own organizations and discuss programming ideas to complement it.

Evaluation and Accessibility WorkshopMeeting Location: Steps of the National Museum of Natural History on the National Mall side; walk to the National Museum of American History. Discussion will take place in Room 1050, First floor (glass doors near gift shop), National Museum of American History.

Beth Ziebarth, Director, Smithsonian Accessibility Program; Andrew Pekarik, Senior Research Analyst, Smithsonian Office of Policy and Analysis

Are we providing visitors with experiences that are significant and memorable? The theory of IPOP emerged after numerous studies and interviews with visitors indicated that the core of their museum experience consists of ideas (I), people (P), objects (O), and physicality (P). The tour starts with an activity in the gallery and discussion of IPOP’s efficacy with audiences with disabilities and with young children. Group discussion and brainstorming session will follow.

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3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.Connecting With Teens through Q?rius and ARTLAB+Q?rius Studio, National Museum of Natural HistoryMaggy Benson, Online Community Manager, National Museum of Natural HistoryAmy Homma, Manager of Digital Learning Programs, Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture GardenRebecca Bray, Chief of Experience Development, National Museum of Natural HistoryMichelle Beumer, Public Programs Manager, Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science

Q?rius is a new way for teens and tweens – and their families and educators – to connect science with everyday experiences. One program, Smithsonian Science How?, delivers real-world science into classrooms through free, interactive, live webcasts. Six Smithsonian Affiliates have partnered with Q?rius to bring these science webcasts into their communities. A new Q?rius collaboration with ARTLAB+ at the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden created a pop-up workshop to encourage teens to explore digital media and technical tools using objects in the Q?rius lab. The Q?rius and ARTLAB+ teams will discuss engaging with teens in their spaces and possible opportunities to connect with more Affiliates to bring these programs into new communities.

3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.Let’s Put Our Heads Together: Agile Brainstorming with SCRUMExecutive Conference Room, National Museum of Natural HistoryMichael Edson, Director of Web and New Media Strategy, Smithsonian Institution, Office of the CIO

Have you ever wondered how the world’s most creative companies develop new products that amaze and delight their customers? Many of them, including Google, Ideo, and museums such as the Museum of Modern Art and the Rijksmuseum, use “agile” and “Scrum” methodologies which utilize quick, iterative processes to constantly test concepts and assumptions with real users.In this fast-paced workshop, participants will learn how to mine group gold through “story generation” and other creative processes.

6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Congressional Night at the SmithsonianNational Museum of the American Indian

Meet with Members of Congress while engaging in educational activities and visiting the exhibit halls. The WampanoagIndigenous Program at Plimoth Plantation will demonstrate bow and arrow making, wampum jewelry making, traditional carving and more on the 3rd FloorOverlook during theevent. 23

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smithsonianin yourneighborhood

California

Blackhawk MuseumDanville, CA • 925.736.2280 • www.blackhawkmuseum.org

Agua Caliente Cultural MuseumPalm Springs, CA • 760.778.1079 • www.accmuseum.org

Japanese American National MuseumLos Angeles, CA • 213.625.0414 • www.janm.org

Colorado

History ColoradoDenver, CO • 303.447.8679 • www.coloradohistory.org

Telluride Historical MuseumTelluride, CO • 970.728.3344 • www.telluridemuseum.org

Florida

Museum of Arts and SciencesDaytona Beach, FL • 386.255.0285 • www.moas.org

Ah-Tah-Thiki MuseumClewiston, FL • 877.902.1113 • www.ahtahthiki.com

The Patricia & Phillip Frost Art MuseumMiami, FL • 305.348.2890 • http://thefrost.fiu.edu

Tampa Bay History CenterTampa Bay, FL • 813.228.0097 • www.tampabayhistorycenter.org

HistoryMiamiMiami, FL • 305.375.1492 • www.historymiami.org

Orange County Regional History CenterOrlando, FL • 407.836.8500 • www.thehistorycenter.org

Georgia

Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive HistoryKennesaw, GA • 770.427.2117 • www.southernmuseum.org

High Museum of ArtAtlanta, GA • 404.733.4400 • www.high.org

Hawaii

Kona Historical SocietyCaptain Cook, HI • 808.323.3222 • www.konahistorical.org

Lyman MuseumHilo, HI • 808.935.5021 • www.lymanmuseum.org

Illinois

Peoria Riverfront MuseumPeoria, IL • 309.686.7000 • www.lakeview-museum.org

Indiana

Conner Prairie Interactive History ParkFishers, IN • 317.776.6006 • www.connerprairie.org

Iowa

Putnam MuseumDavenport, IA • 563.324.1933 • www.putnam.org

Kentucky

Headley-Whitney MuseumLexington, KY • 859-255-6653 • www.headley-whitney.org

Louisiana

Ogden Museum of Southern ArtNew Orleans, LA • 504.539.9600 • www.ogdenmuseum.org

Maryland

Reginald F. Lewis MuseumBaltimore, MD • 443-263-1800 • www.africanamericanculture.org

Massachusetts

American Textile History MuseumLowell, MA • 978-441-0400 • www.athm.org

Berkshire MuseumPittsfield, MA • 413-443-7171 • www.berkshiremuseum.org

USS Constitution MuseumBoston, MA • 617.426.1812 • www.ussconstitutionmuseum.org

Mississippi

Ohr O’Keefe Museum of ArtBiloxi, MS • 228.374.5547 • www.georgeohr.org

North Carolina

Greensboro Historical MuseumGreensboro, NC • 336.373.2043• www.greensborohistory.org

Charlotte Museum of HistoryCharlotte, NC • 704.568.1774 • www.charlottemuseum.org

New Mexico

Hubbard Museum of the American WestRuidoso Downs, NM • 575.378.4142 • www.hubbardmuseum.org

New York

Snug Harbor Cultural Center and Botanical GardenStaten Island, NY • 718.448.2500 • www.snug-harbor.org

North Carolina

The Schiele Museum of Natural HistoryGastonia, NC • 704.866.6904 • www.schielemuseum.org

Ohio

The Works: Ohio Center for History, Art and TechnologyNewark, OH • 740.349.9277 • www.attheworks.org

Oklahoma

Stafford Air and Space MuseumWeatherford, OK • 580.772.5871 • www.staffordmuseum.com

Pennsylvania

National Museum of American Jewish HistoryPhiladelphia, PA • 215.923.3811 • www.nmajh.org

Puerto Rico

Museo y Centro Estudios HumanísticosGurabo, PR • 787.743.7979 • http://museo.ut.pr/

Texas

UTSA Institute of Texan CulturesSan Antonio, TX • 210.458.2300 • www.texancultures.com

Ellen Noël Art MuseumOdessa, TX • 432.550.9696 • www.noelartmuseum.org

Wisconsin

Wisconsin Maritime MuseumManitowoc, WI • 920.684.0218 • www.wisconsinmaritime.org

Wisconsin Veterans MuseumMadison, WI • 608.264.6099 • www.wisvetsmuseum.com

The Smithsonian Affiliate Reciprocal Program is a network of Smithsonian Affiliates reciprocating discounted admission to one another’s members. Present your valid Smithsonian Affiliate museum membership card at any of the museums listed below to receive free admission for up to (2) people.

remember:

you must have your cardwith you

not all Smithsonian Affiliate museums participate

verify museum’s network participation before visiting at affiliations.si.edu

enjoy your visit!for a listing of all Smithsonian Affiliates and more information, please contact us:affiliatemember@si.edu

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new for September 2014

annual Smithsonian affiliate membership Drive

Boost your local support and engage Smithsonian members in your community with the benefits of your Smithsonian affiliation. Watch for

updates in July leading up to Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day LIVE!

September 27, 2014

For more information, please contact us at affiliatemember@si.edu

Benefits of the Smithsonian affiliate membership

• TwoMembershipsinOne “Affiliate members” receive your organization’s benefits PluS, a National Associate membership from the Smithsonian.

• Smithsonian Magazine (one year subscription) or Air & Space Magazine (six issues)

• 10% discount on all Smithsonian Folkways Recordings • Travel and study tour opportunities from Smithsonian

Journeys • Free admission to the Smithsonian’s Cooper-Hewitt, National

Design Museum, New York• A personalized Smithsonian membership card • 10% discount on all IMAX tickets at the Smithsonian • Online subscription from the Smithsonian sharing behind-the-

scenes access to the Smithsonian

Not the Membership Contact? Please share the Smithsonian Affiliate Membership program information from this year’s meeting with your

Development & Membership colleagues.

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have you downloaded the Smithsonian affiliate meeting app?

The Mobile App is available for iPhone and Android devices.

Features of the App:

• Interactive Schedules

• Bios of Speakers

• Maps

• Social Media links

• A notes section that allows you to take notes on your hand-held device and share through email

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Smithsonian Affiliations thanks CrowdTorch for their generous support of the National Conference Resource Fair and development of the 2014 Affiliations National Conference Mobile App.

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