by Matthew Friedman | Jul 7, 2021 | Conversations on the Commons Archive, Video
Historical organizations’ priorities change, and storage is overflowing. How do we clean up without getting rid of that which the future will find necessary to know and see? Have you held a spring cleaning? Swept with new brooms? Created collecting policies and found...
by Matthew Friedman | May 30, 2021 | Conversations on the Commons Archive, Video
Conferences and meetings are in full virtual swing! The MHA’s IT guru Matt Friedman and Susan Grabski, executive director of the Lawrence History Center chat about the do’s and don’ts of virtual conferencing. We have a look behind the scenes as we share what we’re...
by Matthew Friedman | Apr 30, 2021 | Conversations on the Commons Archive, Video
Take it outside! 2021 one is the year of the garden as many cultural institutions try to adjust their programming and exhibitions to provide safe and engaging experiences to their patrons. What outdoor activities are you planning this summer? How are you adjusting...
by Matthew Friedman | Apr 30, 2021 | Conversations on the Commons Archive, Video
It’s been one long year of ups and downs since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. We are still wearing our masks and social distancing while anxiously awaiting vaccines and wondering about a “new normal.” After all this time, how are you doing? How is it...
by Matthew Friedman | Mar 31, 2021 | Conversations on the Commons Archive, Video
From bake sales to the annual calendar, most historical organizations occasionally sell something to raise funds. Many have also hosted someone’s event, upon occasion. But what does it take to make this a regular part of your income? What’s involved in having a...
by Matthew Friedman | Mar 15, 2021 | Conversations on the Commons Archive, Video
Massachusetts museums and public and local historians share the best andmost intriguing object or archival piece in their collectiosn. A white elephant? Something that cool and weird, or rare and valuable? We show it, post a picture, brag, ask for help interpreting,...
