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
Preservation or Demolition? It All Depends…
Michael binder, Air Force Declassification Office
Proposal Type
Open to discussion; perhaps Point-Counterpoint?
Seeking
- Seeking Additional Presenters
- Seeking Specific Expertise
- Seeking General Feedback and Interest
Related Topics
- Government Historians
- Material Culture
- Preservation
Abstract
Whether a historic building gets preserved or demolished often rests on the historic context on which its significance is evaluated. Read More
Repairing National Register nominations: The Struggles and Challenges of Maintaining Accurate Documentation in a Changing World
jENNIFER bETSWORTH, New York State Historic Preservation Office
Proposal Type
Working Group
Seeking
- Seeking Additional Presenters
- Seeking General Feedback and Interest
Related Topics
- Consulting
- Government Historians
- Preservation
Abstract
National Register nominations are often foundational documents in a community’s effort to preserve important sites or neighborhoods. Read More
Historical Precedents for Public History Overseas: The Power of Exporting History-Making Models
Joana Arruda, Independent Historian
Proposal Type
Panel
Seeking
- Seeking Additional Presenters
Related Topics
- Government Historians
- Preservation
Abstract
This panel will explore past and present examples of American cultural institutions that collaborated internationally in public historical contexts. In the post-World War II period, several governmental and nongovernmental organizations such as UNESCO, ICOMOS, and the National Park Service Division of International Affairs were formed to work together on the newly constructed idea of World Heritage and offered technical assistance overseas. Read More
Distinguishing “historic” from just plain “old”
Michael Binder, Technical Advisor, Air Force Declassification Office
Proposal Type
Open for discussion/debate
Seeking
- Seeking Additional Presenters
- Seeking Specific Expertise
- Seeking General Feedback and Interest
Related Topics
- Government Historians
- Material Culture
- Preservation
Abstract
Government historians cannot save everything, be it historical documents or an old building, but they are often called upon to separate the historic “wheat” from the just plain old “chaff.” Read More
When History Isn’t Optional
Michael Binder, Technical Advisor, Air Force Declassification Office
Proposal Type
Open for discussion/debate
Seeking
- Seeking Additional Presenters
- Seeking Specific Expertise
- Seeking General Feedback and Interest
Related Topics
- Government Historians
Abstract
While Executive, Legislative, and Judicial Branches have documented their activities over centuries, compiling their voluminous history is permissive and could be halted at any time. Read More
Working in a Classified Environment
Michael Binder, Technical Advisor, Air Force Declassification Office
Proposal Type
Open for discussion/debate
Seeking
- Seeking Additional Presenters
- Seeking Specific Expertise
- Seeking General Feedback and Interest
Related Topics
- Government Historians
Abstract
In contrast with most public historians, government historians frequently find themselves working in one of a wide variety of classified environments. Read More
New Directions for National Register Nominations
Steve Mark, Historian, National Park Service
Proposal Type
Workshop
Seeking
- Seeking Additional Presenters
- Seeking Specific Expertise
- Seeking General Feedback and Interest
Related Topics
- Government Historians
- Material Culture
- Preservation
Abstract
The National Register of Historic Places has served as the linchpin of cultural resources management in the Federal Government since the National Historic Preservation Act was passed by Congress in 1966. Read More
The Irish Decade of Centenaries: Digital History and Commemoration
MIKE CRONIN, PROFESSOR, BOSTON COLLEGE
Proposal Type
Panel
Seeking
- Seeking Additional Presenters
Related Topics
- Digital
- Government Historians
- Memory
Abstract
Between 2013 and 2023 the Irish State is commemorating various events from a century ago that led to the formation of the modern independent state. Read More
Caught in the Middle: Public Historians, the Government, and the Public
Emily McEwen, Historic Resource Specialist, Orange County Parks
Proposal Type
Roundtable
Seeking
- Seeking Additional Presenters
- General Feedback and Interest
Related Topics
- Civic Engagement
- Government historians
- Preservation
Abstract
As public historians serving both the state and the public, we often feel “caught in the middle.” Read More