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6 Creative Program Ideas for Arts & Cultural Organizations

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On a recent trip to Chicago, I checked out the Museum of Contemporary Art. As I walked around delighting in the weirdness that is contemporary art, I realized how advantageous it can be to not have any permanent exhibits. Learn how the Speed Art Museum is delivering an exceptional experience for visitors and employees: read the story.

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Arts 2.0: Examples of Arts Organizations Social Media Strategies

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

I'm prepping for a workshop on Social Media and wanted do a round up of recent compelling examples of arts organizations using social media strategies and tools. I've covered arts organizations and social media here and there over the past three years and last winter co-wrote a cover story article with Rebecca Krause-Hardie for ArtsReach.

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Volunteer Smarter, Not Harder: Tips from Your Fellow Social Good Pros

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Help them to feel that their contribution is important to the success of the organization. – David Hecht, data and report analyst at the South Dakota State University Foundation . . If you’ll be implementing any of the above tips, let us know which one and how by leaving a comment. Provide good training.

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ASU Lodestar Center Blog: Research Friday: "The Art of Data.

ASU Lodestar Center

Disclaimer Friday, March 4, 2011 Research Friday: "The Art of Data Interpretation" posted by Robert F. We welcome your comments and feedback. Research isnt just the science of collecting data, it is also the art of interpreting, within the context of all other available information, what that data actually mean. Ashcraft, Ph.D.

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Encouraging Blog Conversations in the Comments: Your Best Tips for Cambodia Wanted!

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

Let me know in the comments below. to Change The World I also created another version for University Extension professionals and one that focused on fundraising/marketing. Here's Step 2: Conversation Read someone's blog post and start a conversation: Advice: Before you leave a comment, ask yourself: What did they say well?

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Quick Hit: Online Dialogue about Business Models for the Arts on Monday, April 25

Museum 2.0

I'm reaching the end of my consulting days, with just one more day on the road before I dedicate myself to Santa Cruz and The Museum of Art & History. On Monday, April 25, I'll be participating in an online video chat with Andrew Taylor and James Undercofler to explore new business models for arts organizations.

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Adventures in Participatory Audience Engagement at the Henry Art Gallery

Museum 2.0

This winter, I once again taught a graduate class in the University of Washington's Museology program. Thirteen students produced three projects that layered participatory activities onto an exhibition of artwork from the permanent collection of the Henry Art Gallery. In 2009 , students built a participatory exhibit from scratch.