Chicago Museum Professionals and Historians

A place for museum professionals and historians of all ages who would like to discuss, connect, and network with others who enjoy participating in producing work for the public which enhancing peoples understanding, learning, and comprehension of the arts and culture in Chicago.

Please note, this is a professional networking group geared towards members of the museum profession.

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September 24, 2011 at 11:00 AM, 4 Members attended
A get to know each other
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Kim Smith joined
February 13 at 6:26 PM

"I'm an emerging museum professional with special interests in American art and history, diversity (representation, access, audience), and technology."
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emily joined
February 13 at 6:26 PM

"Emily. Late 20's. Married. Education in printmaking, new media & visual culture. I am co-director of an art gallery. Interests: the arts, yoga/tai chi/ biking, animals, adventures, finding new places in the city, trying/ learning new things."
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Lindsay Silk-Kremenak joined
January 1 at 4:39 PM

"I work at The Field Museum currently and am about to start my Masters in Museum Studies at OU. Love meeting others in the business and hearing new and fresh ideas."
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Taylor joined
January 1 at 4:38 PM

"Hi, I am a Curator Assistant/ Assistant Registrar at The Tanner House Museum. I love everything about museums. I am also looking for a full time job if anyone knows of one!"
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Jim joined
December 13, 2011 at 1:43 PM

"I am president emeritus of the Underwater Archaeological Society of Chicago and a serious researcher of Chicago's maritime history."
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Dante Hamilton joined
October 5, 2011 at 1:07 PM

"Museums are cool. I like them a lot!"
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Scott Winterroth wrote a group review
September 24, 2011 at 8:44 PM

"Professional networking. Need I say more."
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Scott Winterroth attended A get to know each other
September 24, 2011 at 8:44 PM

"This was a great trip! Interesting museum concept but like most, I desperately need additional funding. Glad I was able to network with other museum professionals like Heather!"

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Debra Bethard-Caplick joined
September 18, 2011 at 8:03 PM

"I'm a history buff with a particular interest in public relations history, the American Revolution and British Regency/Napoleanic Wars period."
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David RSVPed Yes for A get to know each other
September 17, 2011 at 10:47 PM

Sep '11 24

A get to know each other
Saturday 11:00 AM at National Veterans Art Museum

4 attended

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Chicago, IL 60625

Founded Sep 12, 2011

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