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
Document Dumps in the 21st Century: How Leaks and Hacks Could Change Historical Research
Constantin Eckner, PhD Researcher, University of St Andrews
Proposal Type
Roundtable
Seeking
- Seeking Additional Presenters
- Seeking General Feedback and Interest
Related Topics
- Archives
- Digital
Abstract
My topic is the phenomenon of leaks and hacks in the 21st century, as this phenomenon could change the way historians can and will conduct research when confidential documents are available soon after they have been authored. Read More
Saving Underrepresented Voices: Failures & Successes of Diversity in Oral History
Matthew Coody, Executive Director, New York Preservation Archive Project
Proposal Type
Panel
Seeking
- Seeking Additional Presenters
- Seeking Specific Expertise
- Seeking General Feedback and Interest
Related Topics
- Inclusion
- Oral History
- Preservation
Abstract
We propose a panel discussion that explores the failures and successes of initiatives working to document underrepresented voices across America today. Read More
Public Histories of Poverty
Ethan Sribnick, Consultant, Adjunct Professor, Montgomery College
Proposal Type
Roundtable
Seeking
- Seeking Additional Presenters
- Seeking Specific Expertise
- Seeking General Feedback and Interest
Related Topics
- Consulting
- Inclusion
Abstract
As a consultant, I have been engaged in writing institutional histories of social welfare and advocacy organizations that have focused on the needs of the poor and dispossessed. Read More
New Arenas for Proactive Public Historians
Rebecca Bush, Curator of History/Exhibitions Manager, The Columbus Museum
Proposal Type
Roundtable
Seeking
- Seeking Additional Presenters
- Seeking General Feedback and Interest
Related Topics
- Civic Engagement
- Inclusion
Abstract
This roundtable seeks to highlight the experiences of public historians who are proactive in their communities in sometimes unexpected ways. Read More
Creating Metadata for your Digital Project
Steven Rossio, City Historian, Portage District Library
Proposal Type
Structured Conversation
Seeking
- Seeking Additional Presenters
Related Topics
- Archives
- Digital
Abstract
The topic I wish to present focuses on the effective creation of metadata in digital projects. The discussion will include such things as types of material (both on-line and book form) available for creating the metadata, knowing how far to take the research and when to stop. Read More
Exploring the Ties Between Local History and Change at the Grassroots
Hope Shannon, PhD Candidate, Loyola University Chicago
Proposal Type
Roundtable
Seeking
- Seeking Additional Presenters
- Seeking Specific Expertise
- Seeking General Feedback and Interest
Related Topics
- Civic Engagement
Abstract
This roundtable will explore how local history can be used to shape political and social change at the local level. 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
Sustaining Projects Across Distances
Adina Langer, Curator, Museum of History and Holocaust Education
Proposal Type
Roundtable
Seeking
- Seeking Additional Presenters
- Seeking General Feedback and Interest
Related Topics
- Consulting
- Inclusion
- Theory
Abstract
What challenges are present when you attempt to sustain projects across distances, both physically and culturally? Read More
Virginia’s First Lunch Counter Sit-in Demonstrations: Hampton Institute Students and the Dismantling of Jim Crow
Zachary McKiernan, Professor, Cuesta College
Proposal Type
Roundtable
Seeking
- Seeking Additional Presenters
- Seeking Specific Expertise
- Seeking General Feedback and Interest
Related Topics
- Civic Engagement
- Memory
- Oral History
Abstract
On February 10, 1960, students from Hampton Institute staged Virginia’s first lunch counter demonstrations; a movement that morphed into economic boycotts, picket lines, and voter registration drives. Read More