Fading Photos: How to Identify, Scan, Restore, and Archive Historical Photographs October 18 – 1-4 p.m. Special Off-Site Workshop in Caledonia by Robert Myers, Historical Society of Michigan Learn more and register on our website! This workshop will assist small museums, historical societies, and interested collectors in identifying and preserving their historic photographs. The presenter will review basic conservation techniques, storage recommendations, digital scanning for access, and how to approach cataloging issues. There will also be plenty of time for participants to ask questions and have hands-on experiences. Please Note: This workshop will take place at the Kent District Library – Caledonia Township Branch, 6260 92nd St. SE, Caledonia, MI 49316. Remote access will NOT be available. Basic Archives October 25 – 1-4 p.m. Special Off-Site Workshop in Dundee by Alexandra Orchard, Wayne State University Designed for small organizations that struggle with how to preserve and organize archival materials in their collections, this workshop will discuss proper storage and handling of collections, basic arrangement techniques, and affordable solutions for supplies and enclosures. Please Note: This workshop will take place at the Old Mill Museum, 242 Toledo Street, Dundee, MI 48131. Remote access will NOT be available. Learn more and register on our website! Preparing for the Worst: When Disaster Strikes October 26 – 1-4 p.m. Special Day and Time Workshop by Robert Myers, Historical Society of Michigan Learn more and register on our website! Everyone likes to plan for success, but we need to plan for disasters as well. Fires, floods, storms, thefts, injuries, violence — all of these can strike at any time and often when least expected. Museums and history organizations have special challenges because they care for irreplaceable objects of unique cultural value. Despite that fact, staff members often simply hope for the best and have no plans for the worst. This workshop focuses on drafting a disaster plan that history institutions can use to implement an effective response in the event that disaster strikes. Please Note: This workshop will take place at the Meijer Education Center at the Historical Society of Michigan, 5815 Executive Dr., Lansing, MI, 48911. Remote access will be available. Learn more and register on our website! The Historical Society of Michigan is our state’s oldest cultural organization, founded in 1828 by territorial governor Lewis Cass and explorer Henry Schoolcraft. A nongovernmental nonprofit, the Society focuses on publications, conferences, education, awards and recognition programming, and support for local history organizations to preserve and promote Michigan’s rich history. For more information on the Historical Society of Michigan, please visit www.hsmichigan.org or e-mail us at hsm@hsmichigan.org. The Historical Society of Michigan 5815 Executive Dr. • Lansing, MI 48911 Phone: (517) 324-1828 • FAX: (517) 324-4370	Registration Details New for 2017! Participants can now “attend” remotely, if they prefer. See our website for full details. (Remote access is not available for off-site workshops.) Workshops are held from 9 a.m. to noon (unless noted) at the Meijer Education Center at the Historical Society of Michigan, 5815 Executive Dr., Lansing, Michigan. If you are a personal member of HSM or represent an organization that itself is a member of the Society, registration is $39. Registration for non-members is $79 and includes a one-year HSM Individual Level 1 membership. Future History Skills Workshops Visit our website for full descriptions of each workshop. Friday, October 27 Exhibits on a Shoestring Friday, October 27 Special Off-Site Workshop in Gaylord Taming the Chaos and Clutter: Collections Management for Small Museums Wednesday, November 8 Special Off-Site Workshop in Marquette Taming the Chaos and Clutter: Collections Management for Small Museums Friday, November 10 Taking Oral Histories One Step Further Friday, December 8 Make the Internet Your Friend: Websites for Historical Organizations
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