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UID:3258-1739005200-1739030400@saskmuseums.org
SUMMARY:Organization and Management (2 days) - Certificate Program in Community Museum Studies
DESCRIPTION:Organization and Management (2 days) \nSaturday\, February 8 – Sunday\, February 9\n9:00am – 4:00pm\nGabriel Dumont Institute\, 917 22 St W. Saskatoon\, SK \nInstructor: Joan Kanigan\, CEO\, Western Development Museum \nIn this course\, you will learn about the roles and responsibilities of a non-profit board\, public trust\, board decision-making\, policy development\, financial and human resource management\, and community relations. After completion\, students will have a knowledge of the operational and management aspects of a museum/gallery environment\, and will be able to effectively operate and contribute to the administration of a cultural organization. This course is one of the ten required classes needed for the completion of the Museums Association of Saskatchewan Certificate in Museum Studies Program. \nRegister \nLearn More…
URL:https://saskmuseums.org/event/organization-and-management-2-days-certificate-program-in-community-museum-studies/
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20250128T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20250128T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185516
CREATED:20250110T151402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T133904Z
UID:3247-1738062000-1738065600@saskmuseums.org
SUMMARY:Coffee Chat with MAS Repatriation Liaison
DESCRIPTION:Join Gabriel Essaunce Lamarche\, MAS Repatriation and Community Liaison\, for an informal chat as an opportunity to ask any questions you may have about repatriation and your collections. \nTuesday January 28th\, 11:00am-12:00pm CST\nOnline via Zoom\nJoin Zoom Meeting \nFor anyone who is interested in participating\, but can’t join at this scheduled time\, please feel free to email repatriation@saskmuseums.org with any questions or comments you may have. Gabriel would be happy to discuss this topic with you.
URL:https://saskmuseums.org/event/coffee-chat-with-mas-repatriation-liaison-2/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:MAS Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20250114T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20250114T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185516
CREATED:20250110T151125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T151531Z
UID:3245-1736852400-1736856000@saskmuseums.org
SUMMARY:Coffee Chat with MAS Repatriation Liaison
DESCRIPTION:Join Gabriel Essaunce Lamarche\, MAS Repatriation and Community Liaison\, for an informal chat as an opportunity to ask any questions you may have about repatriation and your collections. \nTuesday January 14th\, 11:00am-12:00pm CST\nOnline via Zoom\nJoin Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82078058648?pwd=WjubPLMGWQlR8dhWPzMlrKwcLGxBKX.1 \nFor anyone who is interested in participating\, but can’t join at this scheduled time\, please feel free to email repatriation@saskmuseums.org with any questions or comments you may have. Gabriel would be happy to discuss this topic with you.
URL:https://saskmuseums.org/event/coffee-chat-with-mas-repatriation-liaison/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:MAS Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241022T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241022T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185516
CREATED:20241016T150623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T150623Z
UID:3172-1729598400-1729602000@saskmuseums.org
SUMMARY:Info Session: MAS Stickers of Excellence
DESCRIPTION:MAS wants to celebrate the excellent work within our membership and to help encourage tourism and community pride! MAS member museums are invited to submit applications for recognition\, with accompanying evidence for evaluation. \nWant to learn more? \nJoin us Tuesday\, October 22 at 12pm CST via Zoom to go over the guidelines\, examples of evidence of evaluation\, and to answer any questions you may have. \nZoom Meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/89869902793?pwd=QX5txdiR3djB5zDuaCS3iuLMqSHTM3.1
URL:https://saskmuseums.org/event/info-session-mas-stickers-of-excellence/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:MAS Event,PD and Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20241005T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20241005T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185516
CREATED:20240906T151411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T152530Z
UID:3147-1728118800-1728147600@saskmuseums.org
SUMMARY:MAS Course: Exhibit Design and Planning
DESCRIPTION:October 5-6\, 2023 \nLocation: In person at the Biggar Museum and Gallery\, 105 3rd Avenue West\, Biggar \n9:00am – 5:00pm CST \n  \nInstructor: John Snell\, Manager\, Programming and Exhibits\, Royal Saskatchewan Museum \nRegistration deadline: September 27\, 2024 \n$175(Members)\, $225 (Non-Members)\, $125 (Students) \nThis course guides you through the exhibit design process. Through lectures\, group work\, and group discussions\, you will share your experiences and develop the skills to offer exhibits that engage your community\, tell your stories\, and appeal to all ages. This course will also require students complete a take-home assignment to receive course credit. After completion\, students will be able to conceptualize\, design\, plan\, and construct interpretive exhibits\, panels and texts within a museum or gallery environment. This course is one of the ten required classes needed for the completion of the Museums Association of Saskatchewan Certificate in Museum Studies Program. \nLunch is available on both days\, courtesy of the Biggar Museum and Gallery. Cost is by cash donation. \n  \nRegister \n 
URL:https://saskmuseums.org/event/exhibit-design-2024/
LOCATION:Biggar Museum and Gallery\, 105 3rd Avenue West\, Biggar\, SK\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Courses,MAS Event,PD and Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20240917T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20240917T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185516
CREATED:20240612T151323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T151323Z
UID:3068-1726574400-1726578000@saskmuseums.org
SUMMARY:MAS Reading Group - Session 8: Operations
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday September 17\, 2024\n12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CST\nOnline via Zoom\nMoved to Action Reading Group\, Session 8 (pg. 86-99) \nRegister
URL:https://saskmuseums.org/event/mas-reading-group-session-8-operations/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:MAS Event,PD and Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20240903T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20240903T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185516
CREATED:20240612T151226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T151340Z
UID:3067-1725364800-1725368400@saskmuseums.org
SUMMARY:MAS Reading Group - Session 7: Governance
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday September 3\, 2024\n12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CST\nOnline via Zoom\nMoved to Action Reading Group\, Session 7 (pg. 76-85) \nRegister
URL:https://saskmuseums.org/event/mas-reading-group-session-7-governance/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:MAS Event,PD and Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20240820T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20240820T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185516
CREATED:20240612T151121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T151121Z
UID:3066-1724155200-1724158800@saskmuseums.org
SUMMARY:MAS Reading Group - Session 6: Engagement and Partnership
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday August 20\, 2024\n12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CST\nOnline via Zoom\nMoved to Action Reading Group\, Session 6 (pg. 63-75) \nRegister
URL:https://saskmuseums.org/event/mas-reading-group-session-6-engagement-and-partnership/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:MAS Event,PD and Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20240806T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20240806T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185516
CREATED:20240612T151010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T151010Z
UID:3065-1722945600-1722949200@saskmuseums.org
SUMMARY:MAS Reading Group - Session 5: Repatriation and Collections
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday August 6\, 2024\n12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CST\nOnline via Zoom\nMoved to Action Reading Group\, Session 5 (pg. 40-62) \nRegister
URL:https://saskmuseums.org/event/mas-reading-group-session-5-repatriation-and-collections/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:MAS Event,PD and Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20240723T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20240723T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185516
CREATED:20240612T150209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T150859Z
UID:3063-1721736000-1721739600@saskmuseums.org
SUMMARY:MAS Reading Group - Session 4: Recommendations
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday July 23\, 2024\n12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CST\nOnline via Zoom\nMoved to Action Reading Group\, Session 4 (pg. 36-39) \nRegister
URL:https://saskmuseums.org/event/mas-reading-group-session-4-recommendations/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:MAS Event,PD and Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20240709T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20240709T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185516
CREATED:20240612T150019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T150019Z
UID:3062-1720526400-1720530000@saskmuseums.org
SUMMARY:MAS Reading Group - Session 3: Standards for Museums
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday July 9\, 2024\n12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CST\nOnline via Zoom\nMoved to Action Reading Group\, Session 3 (pg. 33-35) \nRegister
URL:https://saskmuseums.org/event/mas-reading-group-session-3-standards-for-museums/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:MAS Event,PD and Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20240625T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20240625T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185516
CREATED:20240612T145224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T145836Z
UID:3057-1719316800-1719320400@saskmuseums.org
SUMMARY:MAS Reading Group - Session 2: Historical Considerations
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday June 25\, 2024\n12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CST\nOnline via Zoom\nMoved to Action Reading Group\, Session 2 (pg. 10-32) \nRegister
URL:https://saskmuseums.org/event/mas-readinggrp-session2/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:MAS Event,PD and Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20240611T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20240611T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185516
CREATED:20240612T145712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T145907Z
UID:3061-1718107200-1718110800@saskmuseums.org
SUMMARY:MAS Reading Group - Session 1: Introduction
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday June 11\, 2024\n12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CST\nOnline via Zoom\nMoved to Action Reading Group\, Session 1 (pg. 4-7)
URL:https://saskmuseums.org/event/mas-reading-group-session-1-introduction/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:MAS Event,PD and Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20240404T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20240404T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185516
CREATED:20240308T152441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T152441Z
UID:2965-1712221200-1712246400@saskmuseums.org
SUMMARY:MAS Workshop - Keeping Stories: Preserving Living Heritage Through the Gathering of Community Oral History (1 day)
DESCRIPTION:Thursday April 4\, 2024\n9:00 AM – 4:00 PM CST\nAdministration Building Room C280\nUniversity of Saskatchewan\, Saskatoon SK\nWhat stories does your community have to tell? Are you interested in learning how to properly document oral traditions in your family or community? In this workshop\, participants will learn:\n* The basics of Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) as outlined in the UNESCO Convention\, and why 
documentation of local history and traditions is so important\n* How to conduct an oral history/oral traditions interview\n* Proper recording techniques\, including recommendations for digital recording equipment\n* What to with the data once you’ve collected it\, including storage\, metadata and how to utilize the material in projects. \nThis workshop is being offered through the partnership of the Museums Association of Saskatchewan with the Department of Anthropology\, University of Saskatchewan. \nInstructor: Kristin Catherwood Mantta\, Director of Living Heritage\, Heritage Saskatchewan \nRates: $100 members\, $150 non-members\, $75 students\nRegistration deadline: Thursday March 28\, 2024 \n  \nRegistration Now Open!
URL:https://saskmuseums.org/event/mas-workshop-keeping-stories-oral-history-1-day/
LOCATION:University of Saskatchewan\, Saskaoon SK\, 105 Administration Pl\, Saskatoon\, SK\, S7N 5A1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Courses,MAS Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20240324T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20240324T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185516
CREATED:20240209T212115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T212156Z
UID:2934-1711274400-1711296000@saskmuseums.org
SUMMARY:MAS Workshop: No Stuff Without Stories\, with Vincent Murphy (2 days)
DESCRIPTION:Saturday March 23\, 2024\nSunday March 24\, 2024\n10:00 AM – 3:00 PM CST\nGovernment House\n4607 Dewdney Ave\, Regina SK\nAn essential component in the successful operation of museums and galleries of any size\, effective marketing strategies work to promote the activities and programming of the institution and raise its profile to larger segments of the population. In this course you will learn the principal aspects of what marketing is and gain an understanding of marketing a museum in today’s environment. This course also looks at developing products and services for appropriate target audiences\, branding\, and creating a marketing plan. \nFaciliated by Vincent Murphy \nRates: $150 members\, $200 non-members\, $125 students\nRegistration is for both days. Lunch will be provided.\nRegistration deadline: Friday March 15\, 2024 \n  \nRegistration Now Open!
URL:https://saskmuseums.org/event/mas-workshop-no-stuff-without-stories-with-vincent-murphy-copy/
LOCATION:Government House\, 4607 Dewdney Ave\, Regina\, SK\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Courses,MAS Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20240323T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20240323T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185516
CREATED:20240209T212007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T212220Z
UID:2932-1711188000-1711209600@saskmuseums.org
SUMMARY:MAS Workshop: No Stuff Without Stories\, with Vincent Murphy (2 days)
DESCRIPTION:Saturday March 23\, 2024\nSunday March 24\, 2024\n10:00 AM – 3:00 PM CST\nGovernment House\n4607 Dewdney Ave\, Regina SK\nAn essential component in the successful operation of museums and galleries of any size\, effective marketing strategies work to promote the activities and programming of the institution and raise its profile to larger segments of the population. In this course you will learn the principal aspects of what marketing is and gain an understanding of marketing a museum in today’s environment. This course also looks at developing products and services for appropriate target audiences\, branding\, and creating a marketing plan. \nFaciliated by Vincent Murphy \nRates: $150 members\, $200 non-members\, $125 students\nRegistration is for both days. Lunch will be provided.\nRegistration deadline: Friday March 15\, 2024 \n  \nRegistration Now Open!
URL:https://saskmuseums.org/event/mas-workshop-no-stuff-without-stories-with-vincent-murphy/
LOCATION:Government House\, 4607 Dewdney Ave\, Regina\, SK\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Courses,MAS Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20240323T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20240323T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185516
CREATED:20240123T150014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T150014Z
UID:2911-1711184400-1711209600@saskmuseums.org
SUMMARY:Marketing the Museum (1 day) - Certificate in Community Museum Studies
DESCRIPTION:Online (Zoom)\nAn essential component in the successful operation of museums and galleries of any size\, effective marketing strategies work to promote the activities and programming of the institution and raise its profile to larger segments of the population. In this course you will learn the principal aspects of what marketing is and gain an understanding of marketing a museum in today’s environment. This course also looks at developing products and services for appropriate target audiences\, branding\, and creating a marketing plan. \nInstructor: Carrie-Ann Lunde \nRates: $100 members\, $150 non-members\, $75 students\nRegistration deadline: Friday March 15\, 2024 \n  \nRegistration Now Open!
URL:https://saskmuseums.org/event/marketing-the-museum-1-day-certificate-in-community-museum-studies/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Courses
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20240308T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20240308T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185516
CREATED:20230830T175128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T175158Z
UID:2772-1709888400-1709913600@saskmuseums.org
SUMMARY:Museums and Education (1 day) - Certificate in Community Museum Studies
DESCRIPTION:Online (Zoom)\nIn this course\, you will learn about the role of the museum as an educational institution in the community. You will also learn about responding to current issues\, planning and designing audience appropriate education and public programs\, and writing and education and public programming policy. \nInstructor: Courtney Tuck-Goetz\, Western Development Museum (WDM) \nRates: $100 members\, $150 non-members\, $75 students\nRegistration deadline: Friday March 1\, 2024 \n  \nRegistration Opening Soon
URL:https://saskmuseums.org/event/museums-and-education-1-day/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Courses
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20240306T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20240306T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185516
CREATED:20240226T200435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T200435Z
UID:2948-1709719200-1709722800@saskmuseums.org
SUMMARY:Q&A MAS Small Program Grant (2)
DESCRIPTION:MAS is pleased to announce the MAS Small Project Grant! The MAS Small Project Grant will provide successful applicants with a grant of up to $1\,000.00\, supporting our membership in the operations and programming that contributes to the access\, cultural impact\, and service to their communities. \nLearn More: https://saskmuseums.org/services/mas-small-project-grant/ \nHave questions? Join us for a Q&A Session! \nWednesday March 6 2024\n10:00am CST\nOnline via Zoom\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/86920827399?pwd=Wnh0ZkdWTjlzSnh6Rld6Y0lWTXdIZz09
URL:https://saskmuseums.org/event/qa-mas-small-program-grant-2/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:MAS Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20240305T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20240305T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185516
CREATED:20240226T200021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T200258Z
UID:2947-1709640000-1709643600@saskmuseums.org
SUMMARY:Q&A MAS Small Program Grant (1)
DESCRIPTION:MAS is pleased to announce the MAS Small Project Grant! The MAS Small Project Grant will provide successful applicants with a grant of up to $1\,000.00\, supporting our membership in the operations and programming that contributes to the access\, cultural impact\, and service to their communities. \nLearn More: https://saskmuseums.org/services/mas-small-project-grant/ \nHave questions? Join us for a Q&A Session! \nTuesday March 5 2024\n12:00pm CST\nOnline via Zoom\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/87808223644?pwd=R3BHR1lIM0xQQ0NzQVFLTnJvWUZtUT09
URL:https://saskmuseums.org/event/qa-mas-small-program-grant-1/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:MAS Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20240224T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20240225T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185516
CREATED:20230901T130552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T174850Z
UID:2778-1708765200-1708876800@saskmuseums.org
SUMMARY:Archaeology and Saskatchewan Museums - Collections\, Interpretations\, and Ethics (2 days)
DESCRIPTION:Saturday February 24\, 2024\nSunday February 25\, 2024\n(must registered for course to attend both sessions) \nGabriel Dumont Institute\, 917 22 Street W\, Saskatoon\, SK\nMany Saskatchewan museums have archaeological materials that have been donated from community members over the course of decades. Despite being common within collections what is less frequently known by institution staff and volunteers is essential information that surround these objects\, including their proper identification\, the organization of collections and site data\, and provincial and federal legislation that govern their management. This two-day course\, offered in partnership with the Saskatchewan Archaeological Society\, will provide participants with the information and skills they need for the proper curation and management of archaeological materials in Saskatchewan museums. Topics discussed will include: \n\nThe archaeological history of Saskatchewan\nProper identification of archaeological material\nProvincial and federal legislation impacting archaeological artifacts\nRepatriation and handling culturally sensitive material\, including human remains\nHow to record archaeological sites\nRespectful display of archaeological artifacts\n\nParticipants will also have the opportunity to bring archaeological materials for identification and to address any specific concerns they have with regards to their collections on the second day of the course. \nInstructor(s): Dr. Karin Steuber\, Saskatchewan Archaeological Society (SAS); Dr. Tomasin Playford\, Saskatchewan Archaeological Society (SAS); Gabriel Essaunce Lamarche \nRates: $150 members\, $200 non-members\, $125 students\nRegistration deadline: Friday February 26\, 2024 \n  \nRegistration now open.
URL:https://saskmuseums.org/event/archaeology-and-saskatchewan-museums-collections-interpretations-and-ethics-2-days-2/
LOCATION:Gabriel Dumont Institute\, Saskatoon\, 917 – 22nd Street West\, Saskatoon\, SK\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20240125T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20240125T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185516
CREATED:20231121T152138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231121T152302Z
UID:2875-1706176800-1706198400@saskmuseums.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Basic Archives Workshop (1 day)
DESCRIPTION:Online (Zoom)\nFor many Saskatchewan museums their collections contain not only artifacts but documents as well\, including books\, letters\, files\, and photographs. Due to the unique nature of these items they require special care in their curation\, organization\, display\, and use by the general public. \nThis workshop is structured to provide participants with the basic knowledge for creating and maintaining an archive. Designed for a novice or someone looking for a refresher\, it will cover topics including: \n\nWhat are Archives?\nThe Role of the Archivist\nFundamental Principles of Archives\nAppraisal and Acquisition\nArrangement and Description\nMaking Archives Available\nPreservation and the Digital World\n\nInstructor: Cameron Hart\, Saskatchewan Council for Archives and Archivists Advisor \nRates: Free to Attend\, but registration is necessary\nRegistration deadline: Thursday January 18\, 2024 \n  \nRegister
URL:https://saskmuseums.org/event/introduction-basic-archives/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20231125T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20231125T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185516
CREATED:20230830T164641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T144134Z
UID:2764-1700902800-1700928000@saskmuseums.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Management (1 day) - Certificate in Community Museum Studies
DESCRIPTION:Online (Zoom)\nYou will learn about the scope of volunteerism nationally and provincially\, volunteer trends and motivation\, and community analysis. You will also examine the relationship between the museum and community and its impact on volunteerism\, learn how to write a volunteer policy\, and understand the volunteer management cycle. \nInstructor: Kristine Flynn\, Western Development Museum (WDM) \nRates: $100 members\, $150 non-members\, $75 students\nRegistration deadline: Friday November 17\, 2023 \n  \nRegistration now open.
URL:https://saskmuseums.org/event/volunteer-management-1-day-certificate-in-community-museum-studies/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20231115T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20231115T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185516
CREATED:20231101T214738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T214738Z
UID:2844-1700035200-1700064000@saskmuseums.org
SUMMARY:MAS Open Office Day!
DESCRIPTION:Open Office Day!\nWednesday\, November 15th 2023\n8:00 am – 4:00 pm\nMuseums Association of Saskatchewan 424 McDonald Street\, Regina\, SK \nMAS Programming staff will be in the office so this is a great opportunity for our members to drop in for resources\, Library\, equipment rental enquiries and more! Please let us know if there is anything you need! mas@saskmuseums.org
URL:https://saskmuseums.org/event/mas-open-office-day/
LOCATION:Museums Association of Saskatchewan\, 424 McDonald St\, Regina\, SK\, S4N 6E1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:MAS Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20231104T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20231104T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185516
CREATED:20230922T133125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230922T133213Z
UID:2810-1699088400-1699117200@saskmuseums.org
SUMMARY:Museums 101 (1 day) - Certificate in Community Museum Studies
DESCRIPTION:Location: Room 113\, College West Building\, University of Regina\, Regina\, SK\nThis course will increase your understanding of museums and museum operations by examining their historical development\, governance models\, and core managerial concepts. It will also introduce you to aspects of daily operations and how they are impacted by such concepts as ethics\, public trust\, and standards as detailed within the MAS guidebook Standards for Saskatchewan Museums. \nThis course is being offered as a pilot project with the Department of History at the University of Regina to provide students with the opportunity to obtain training in the field of museum studies as part of their early career education. Individuals from the Saskatchewan museum community who are interested in Museums 101 as part of our Certificate program are encouraged to enroll\, as this session will provide participants with a unique experience of sharing viewpoints and knowledge from a diverse group of members of the provincial heritage community. \nInstructor: Dr Tim Panas\, Museums Association of Saskatchewan (MAS) \nRates: $100 members\, $150 non-members\, $75 students\nRegistration deadline: Friday October 27\, 2023 \n  \nRegistration Now Open
URL:https://saskmuseums.org/event/museums-101-1-day-certificate-in-community-museum-studies/
LOCATION:University of Regina\, Regina SK\, Room 113\, College West Building\, University of Regina\, Regina\, SK\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20231026T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20231026T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185516
CREATED:20231010T212637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T212637Z
UID:2829-1698314400-1698318000@saskmuseums.org
SUMMARY:De-accessioning and Disposal Webinar Part 2 - Thursday October 26th\, 2023
DESCRIPTION:De-accessioning and Disposal Webinar (2 parts) presented by Sarah Durham\, Museums Advisor MAS\nPart 1 – Thursday October 19th\, 2023\nPart 2 – Thursday October 26th\, 2023 \n10:00 CST\nOnline (Zoom)\nFree to attend\, no registration necessary \nDe-accessioning and disposal are beneficial tools in collections care and management and a crucial component of a Collections Management Policy (CMP). This brief series aims to address the concerns of staff/volunteers who are starting work on de-accessioning projects for their museum\, such as: \n\nCriteria for de-accessioning;\nAvenues of disposal;\nEthical considerations;\nand Transparency.\n\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/89303936311?pwd=R0Y0ZFpwQnZiVFV2RFFrVm5DYnU0UT09 \n 
URL:https://saskmuseums.org/event/de-accessioning-and-disposal-webinar-part-2-thursday-october-26th-2023/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:MAS Event,PD and Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20231019T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20231019T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185516
CREATED:20231010T210350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T210350Z
UID:2827-1697709600-1697713200@saskmuseums.org
SUMMARY:De-accessioning and Disposal Webinar Part 1 - Thursday October 19th\, 2023
DESCRIPTION:De-accessioning and Disposal Webinar (2 parts) presented by Sarah Durham\, Museums Advisor MAS\nPart 1 – Thursday October 19th\, 2023\nPart 2 – Thursday October 26th\, 2023 \n10:00 CST\nOnline (Zoom)\nFree to attend\, no registration necessary \nDe-accessioning and disposal are beneficial tools in collections care and management and a crucial component of a Collections Management Policy (CMP). This brief series aims to address the concerns of staff/volunteers who are starting work on de-accessioning projects for their museum\, such as: \n\nCriteria for de-accessioning;\nAvenues of disposal;\nEthical considerations;\nand Transparency.\n\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/89303936311?pwd=R0Y0ZFpwQnZiVFV2RFFrVm5DYnU0UT09 \n 
URL:https://saskmuseums.org/event/de-accessioning-and-disposal-webinar-part-1-thursday-october-19th-2023/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:MAS Event,PD and Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20230928T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20230928T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185516
CREATED:20230901T153552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230901T153945Z
UID:2788-1695898800-1695898800@saskmuseums.org
SUMMARY:Digital Museums Canada Information Session: Digital Projects
DESCRIPTION:September 28\, 2023 \n11:00 AM CST\nOnline (Zoom)\nFree to Attend\nWant to learn more about the DMC investment program or strengthen your proposal? \nLearn about the Digital Projects stream where organizations obtain funding of up to $250\,000 and develop an online project from the ground up in collaboration with a web development agency. \nRegister \n 
URL:https://saskmuseums.org/event/digital-museums-canada-information-session-digital-projects/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:PD and Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20230927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20230927T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185516
CREATED:20230901T143216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230901T152856Z
UID:2784-1695808800-1695812400@saskmuseums.org
SUMMARY:MAS Community Chat: SaskCulture Grant Writing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Tips and Tricks to a successful Museum Grant Program Application!\nThursday September 27th\, 2023\n10:00am CST\, Zoom\nTara-Leigh Heslip\, SaskCulture Outreach Consultant \nThe Museum Grant Program (MGP) provides operational funding to help foster strong\, vibrant\, community-based Saskatchewan museums that are valued and supported by society. This funding enables museums to focus on excellence in their programs and operations and to contribute to the understanding of the world and our place in it – our past\, our present\, and our future.\nWhether you have applied for the museum grant program in the past or applying for the first time this workshop will give you some helpful tips and tricks to put your best foot forward. \nThis workshop will focus on the following.\n* Eligibility criteria\n* Using the online grant platform\n* Overview of the grant application and what assessors will be looking for\n* Budget tips\n* Q & A \nhttps://www.saskmuseums.org/services/community-chat/
URL:https://saskmuseums.org/event/mas-community-chat-saskculture-grant-writing-workshop/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:MAS Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20230921T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20230921T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185516
CREATED:20230901T153208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230901T153303Z
UID:2783-1695294000-1695294000@saskmuseums.org
SUMMARY:Digital Museums Canada Information Session: Community Stories
DESCRIPTION:September 21\, 2023 \n11:00 AM CST\nOnline (Zoom)\nFree to Attend\nWant to learn more about the DMC investment program or strengthen your proposal? \nLearn about the Community Stories stream where organizations obtain funding of $25\,000 and develop an engaging story created with DMC’s website-building platform. \nRegister \n 
URL:https://saskmuseums.org/event/digital-museums-canada-information-session-community-stories/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:PD and Funding
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