Making the Private Public: Using Genealogical Research to Inform Museum Work
MEGAN CHURCHWELL, PUGET SOUND NAVY MUSEUM
Proposal Type
Traditional Panel
Seeking
- Seeking Additional Presenters
- Seeking Specific Expertise
- Seeking General Feedback and Interest
Related Topics
- Government Historians
- Museums/Exhibits
Abstract
Exploring the overlap between genealogical research and public history practice, Curator Megan Churchwell will present several case studies of genealogical research performed in a museum setting, with uses including: To inform museum exhibits incorporating Sailors’ stories; To research previously undocumented museum artifact collection; To tell a more engaging story utilizing artifacts from a Sailor’s life
Description
Exploring the overlap between genealogical research and public history practice, Curator Megan Churchwell will present several case studies of genealogical research performed in a museum setting, with uses including:
- To inform museum exhibits incorporating Sailors’ stories
- To research undocumented museum artifact collections
- To tell a more engaging story utilizing artifacts from a Sailor’s life
My goals for the session include discussing how to conduct genealogical research, when is it appropriate to conduct this kind of research in a museum setting, and some thoughts regarding privacy concerns. Read More
9/11 and the New-York Historical Society Docent
RONALD BROWN, TOURO COLLEGE
Proposal Type
Traditional Panel
Seeking
- Seeking Additional Presenters
- Seeking Specific Expertise
- Seeking General Feedback and Interest
Related Topics
- Government Historians
- Memory
- Museums/Exhibits
Abstract
Events following 9/11 unfolded with earth shattering speed. The New-York Historical Society immediately organized an ongoing 9/11 exhibit. Read More