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August 6, 2021

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Ferris Wheel and Rides on the Midway at the 1933 Indiana State Fair (Indiana HistoricalSociety, P0490)

FREE VIRTUAL BROWN BAG: TURNING ON A DIMEAug. 18, noon to 1 p.m. (Eastern): Join us for a FREE virtual brown bagwhere you’ll learn from Indiana Historical Society staff about shifting to virtualmeetings and events, reconfiguring in-person events and even rescheduling orcanceling them. To register, email localhistoryservices@indianahistory.org andthe Zoom meeting details will be sent to you.

APPLY FOR A MINI GRANTApplications are due Sept. 1 for Heritage Support Mini Grants of up to$4,999 for Indiana’s local history organizations to meet high-priority needs inareas of collections stewardship, DEAI, sustainability and planning.

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- LHS Updates - What We're Reading - Training - Funding - News and Resources- Around Indiana - IHS Spotlight - Jobs

INDIANAHISTORICALSOCIETYSPOTLIGHT NEWEXHIBITThrough Nov. 6:Indiana LoreThis new exhibittraces the rootsof our state’stall tales.

VIRTUALPROGRAMSAug. 11:ReconstructingRuralCommunitiesIn thisMidwesternRoots LiteWorkshop, learnaboutresearching ruralareas and towns.$15; $10members.

Aug. 18:Leaving the

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Boy Observing Bees, Conservation Building, Indiana State Fair, 1952 (Indiana HistoricalSociety, P0569)

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, ACCESSIBILITY AND INCLUSIONHow nonprofit leaders can create an equitable future through ongoingaction. (Forbes)

FUNDRAISINGTop 10 questions to answer before asking for a major gift. (Clairificaton)

LEADERSHIP & PERSONAL DEVELOPMENTSeven steps to get your board reconnected, reengaged and enthusiastic.(Gail Perry Group)

How to develop yourself as a nonprofit leader. (The Bridgespan Group)

MUSEUMSFive steps for co-creating exhibits and programs with your communities.(AAM)

PRESERVATION, COLLECTIONS & HISTORYLet’s not hide the tough stuff of history. (AASLH)

NEED A BREAK?The interesting history of deep-frying foods at fairs. (Thrillist)

And here are the answers to all your burning questions about fair foods. (TheDaily Meal)

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

Farm: Townand City LivingIn thisMidwesternRoots LiteWorkshop, learnhow to research,write, and builda communityidentity aroundyour ancestors.$15; $10members.

Aug. 19:History HappyHour: Women’sProfessionalBaseballDive into thestories of the All-American GirlsProfessionalBaseball League.Free.

Aug. 25:StoriesBuildings TellIn thisMidwesternRoots LiteWorkshop, learnabout details inour builtenvironment thatgive clues to thepast and thepeople whooccupied them.$10; $5members.

IN-PERSONPROGRAMSAug. 7:WalkIN ThroughHistory: HoosierHeroinesExplore themavens,activists,entrepreneursand feministsthat calledIndianapolishome on thiswalking tour.$20; $15members.

JOBS

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Young Girl on Merry-Go-Round, ca. 1950s (Indiana Historical Society, P0569)

FREE WEBINARS & VIRTUAL LEARNINGAug. 12: Virtual Exhibitions Technical Workshop 1: Strategies, ProjectWorkflow and Efficient Design – Learn about the methodological frameworkrequired to create a virtual exhibition as well as the philosophical challengesinvolved. (Museum Learning Hub)

Aug. 12: Trans Inclusion Task Force – Resource Guide Kickoff – Join avirtual information session to learn more about the development of thisresource guide. (AAM)

Aug. 12: Women Are Essential: Interpretive Strategies that Reveal WomenAre Everywhere – Learn about the resources, processes, and programs thatcan help elevate the important roles of women in history. (National Trust forHistoric Preservation)

Aug 17: From Concept to Reality: Preservation Project Planning Basics –Learn about the typical process and steps to take a building rehab project fromconcept to reality. (National Trust for Historic Preservation)

Aug. 17: Boards in a Time of Adaptation – Learn about the critical actionsnonprofit boards can take in this time of ongoing uncertainty. (PropelNonprofits)

Aug. 18: Educating and Engaging Groups Through Immersive Exhibitions –Learn how to develop and manage programs that get groups in the door andlearning something new. (Blackbaud)

VIRTUAL TRAININGAug. 10: Introduction to Audio Preservation – Learn about issues in audiopreservation, as well as common formats and their preservation risks. $45.(NEDCC)

Mrs. Stallard Working inthe Bond Drive Office(Indiana HistoricalSociety)

LOCALDirector ofHistoricPreservationIndianapolis:Indiana StateMuseum andHistoric Sites.

CollectionsSpecialistIndianapolis:Eiteljorg Museumof AmericanIndians andWestern Art.

AssociateDirector ofExperienceDesignMuncie:Minnetrista.

Theatre andEvents ManagerMuncie:Minnetrista.

Part-TimeVisitor ServicesAssistantBristol:Elkhart CountyHistoricalMuseum, ElkhartCounty Parks &Recreation.

REGIONALNational HistoryDay KentuckyCoordinatorFrankfort, Ky.:KentuckyHistoricalSociety.

AdministrativeAssistantBloomfield Hills,Mich.:CranbrookCenter forCollections andResearch.

CollectionsManagerGranville, Ohio:Denison Museum,

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Aug. 12: The Stages and Challenges to Expect During a Capital Campaign –Find out what happens in the five phases typical to most capital campaigns.$69. (GrantStation)

Aug. 26: Joy, Genealogy, and Justice: 3 Steps to Support the Dignity andHumanity of Black Lives as History Doers – Learn how you can embrace avision of Black liberation and social justice within the local and state historycommunity. $45; $25 members. (AASLH)

FUNDING AVAILABLE

Mrs. LeRoy Smith from Lebanon, Indiana Wins a 1st Prize for her Fruitcake at the 1940 IndianaState Fair (Indiana Historical Society, P0490)

Applications are due Aug. 13 for the 2021 Diversity Scholarship to attendthe 2021 virtual PastForward conference, hosted by the National Trust forHistoric Preservation.

Letters of Interest are due Aug. 15 for subject matter experts to developAmerican World War II Heritage Cities Criterion Essays. Each of the tenessays will be about 2,500 words in length and will be compensated at the rateof $2,500 per essay. (National Council on Public History)

Applications are due Oct. 8 for Historic Preservation Fund Grants that fundarchitectural and historical projects in Indiana. (Indiana DNR-Division ofHistoric Preservation and Archaeology)

NEWS & RESOURCES

DenisonUniversity.

ProgramAssociate,InternshipProgramSt. Paul, Minn.:MinnesotaHistoricalSociety.

NATIONALDirector ofVisitor Services& EngagementHudson, N.Y.:The OlanaPartnership.

DigitalHumanitiesAssistantMiddletown,Conn.:CT Humanities.

HistoricPreservationCoordinatorPrince WilliamCounty, Va.:Prince WilliamCountyGovernment.

Education andSocial MediaManagerAugusta, Ga.:Augusta Museumof History.

Curator ofCollections &ExhibitsLake Wales,Fla.:Lake WalesHistory Museum. ExhibitsManagerLincoln, Neb.:HistoryNebraska.

VisitorEngagementCoordinatorFort Collins,Colo.:Avenir Museumof Design andMerchandising,Colorado StateUniversity.

PAIDINTERNSHIPS

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Grand Champion Colt in the 4-H Colt Club Show at the 1951 Indiana State Fair (IndianaHistorical Society, P0490)

Smithsonian Magazine has announced the return of Museum Day on Sept. 18,2021, when participating museums and cultural institutions across the countryprovide free entry to anyone presenting a Museum Day ticket. Register yourmuseum to participate.

The Department of Interior recently invited Tribal and Native HawaiianCommunity leaders to consult on a draft proposal revising the NativeAmerican Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). The reviewcommittee invites museums to submit comments on the draft proposal tonagpra_info@nps.gov.

AROUND INDIANA

Midway at the State Fairgrounds, 1937 (Bass Photo Co. Collection, Indiana Historical Society)

NEWSGet ready for 2021 Indiana Archaeology Month in September with this year’sdigital poster from the Indiana DNR-DHPA. If your organization will be hosting

CollectionsResearchInternshipBig Rapids,Mich.:Howard+RevisDesign Services,The Jim CrowMuseum, FerrisState University.

ArlingtonNationalCemeteryHistoryEducationInternshipArlington, Va.:Blake LearningSystems.

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an Archaeology Month program, you can submit it to the statewide calendar.

Indiana Humanities has announced the 2022 One State / One Storystatewide read selection will be Aimee Nezhukumatathil’s World of Wonders:In Praise of Fireflies, Whale Sharks, and Other Astonishments. Organizationscan apply to host a Community Read.

Indiana Landmarks has announced that Musee de Venoge in SwitzerlandCounty is the recipient of its 2021 Sandi Servaas Memorial Award foroutstanding achievement in historic preservation. (Vevay Newspapers)

Read about the Jazz Age origins of “Naptown,” Indianapolis’ often-misunderstood nickname that has a long, rich history. (Indianapolis Monthly)

VIRTUAL PROGRAMSAug. 19: Back to the Future: A Mid-Century Modern Home Tour – This videotour highlights five Modernist standouts around the state. $20; $15 members.(Indiana Landmarks)

Ruthmere has launched The History Hike for Fitness (HHFF) SmartphoneTour, a free, self-guided smartphone tour that represents the fusion ofhistorical points of interest, physical fitness and high tech.

IN-PERSON EVENTS AND EXHIBITSPLEASE NOTE: For in-person programs, please check with the hosting organizationregarding any COVID-19 restrictions and/or requirements.

Aug. 6 through Oct. 4, Terre Haute: Stories from Saint Mary-of-the-WoodsHistoric District Exhibit – See vignettes of history from the Historic District,building connection to our own lives and to the value of preservation. (SwopeArt Museum)

Aug. 7, Fort Wayne: Miami Indian Heritage Days – Diane Hunter will offer ademonstration on “Miami Games Since Time Immemorial.” $7; free formembers. (Chief Richardville House, akima pinšiwa awiiki)

Aug. 7, Delphi: Kid’s Fun Day in the Pioneer Village – Kids can enjoy games,pioneer crafts, and canal boat rides. (Wabash and Erie Canal Center)

Aug. 7, Elkhart: Coffee on the Piazza – Enjoy pastries, free coffee, and livemusic. (Ruthmere)

Aug. 13, Plymouth: Brown Bag Lunch and Learn: Cartoons of Culver – JeffKenney will share historic Culver Academy students’ cartoons that tell thehistory of Culver Academy in a fun way. This presentation will also be availableon Zoom. (Marshall County Museum)

Aug. 13, Frankfort: Genealogy Workshop – Visit the library to use researchresources and ask questions of the Genealogy Coordinator. (FrankfortCommunity Public Library)

Aug. 14, Franklin: Wine, Cheese, and All That Jazz – Guests 21 and over cansample wines from local wineries, taste a variety of cheeses, and enjoy jazzmusic. $35; $30 members. (Johnson County Museum of History)

TRAVELING EXHIBITSIndiana organizations can borrow professional-quality traveling exhibits from theIndiana Historical Society. You can visit exhibits at the sites below. Please check withthe hosting organization regarding any on-site COVID-19 restrictions.

Through Aug. 29, Crawfordsville: A Visual Journey: From AIDS to MarriageEquality (Carnegie Museum of Montgomery County)

Through Sept. 12, Washington: From Pencils to Pixels: Hoosier Cartoonsand Comics (Davies County Historical Society and Museum)

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