Open Forum

The best things about presenting at the AAM conference are connecting with panelists from across the profession and getting feedback from the audience. But those opportunities can also apply to many other aspects of the AAM conference. The most lasting impact as a presenter is the opportunity to learn that the session had an impact on attendees in the ways that they could think about their jobs differently and/or provide the tools or moral support to carry them out. We as museum folks, perhaps especially at small budget institutions appreciate networking with each other.

An even bigger question is: how much fortitude does AAM have to nurture connections? Does AAM envision its role as more nationally focused support system (that influences national trends and lobbying efforts, etc.) or does it see itself as a more individual-member focused organization that helps individuals and smaller institutions reach each other?

Thanks for the question!

Ellen E. Endslow

Director of Collections/Curator

Chester County History Center

225 N. High Street

West Chester, PA  19380

610-692-4066 x257