[Heritage] Oregon Heritage News 2023-01-05
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Oregon Heritage News 2023-01-05
In this Issue:
* Register for the Jan. 17 Oregon Heritage MentorCorps Q&A: Handling & Care of Paper Materials & Conducting Simple Repairs
* State historic cemeteries commission seeks volunteer representatives from the Willamette Valley and southern Oregon
* Oregon Black Pioneers seeks Public Programs and Exhibitions Manager
* 2023 AISES Internship in Cultural Resources at Bonneville Power Administration (BPA)
* Check out this adaptive re-use success story in Baker City
* AASLH Leadership in History Awards Nominations open! Webinar Jan. 11
* Looking to learn some preservation skills this new year? Consider these sources of webinars and trainings and more
* Check out some of the 2022 top blog posts on local and national blogs
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Register for the Jan. 17 Oregon Heritage MentorCorps Q&A: Handling & Care of Paper Materials & Conducting Simple Repairs
Materials made out of paper can be some of the most sensitive and fragile items in our collections and despite the best care, sometimes repairs become necessary. Do you need advice on next steps for handling, storage, care, or conservation of your paper materials or bound collections? Join us on January 17th and 12pm to ask our MentorCorps mentor, Dave Hegeman, Special Collections Librarian at the State Library of Oregon.
Register for the Q&A session here!<https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcpdu6tqjkqEtWi2lwRoG5Ns4ebIGjiqnZq>
This Q&A session is hosted by Oregon Heritage's MentorCorps program. MentorCorps is a trained group of volunteers with professional experience in collections care, emergency management, and non-profit management. This program is overseen and supported by the Oregon Heritage Commission.
About Our Mentor:
Dave has an academic background in Art History and has spent his career in libraries at universities as well as public institutions. For 13+ years he has been the Special Collections Librarian at the State Library of Oregon managing historic books, photographic collections, and a small archive. He has been the individual in charge of preventative care of historic paper-based collections working with book mending volunteers. Dave also has extensive experience managing library collections as well as planning book and photographic exhibits.
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State historic cemeteries commission seeks volunteer representatives from the Willamette Valley and southern Oregon
The Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries (OCHC) is seeking two new members, one for the position representing Southern Oregon and one representing the Willamette Valley.
The Commission is seeking a member with knowledge related to, or interest in:
* cemeteries;
* historic preservation;
* genealogy;
* cultural and burial practices of ethnic groups found in Oregon;
* landscape and native plants; and
* history.
In particular the commission is seeking at least one person who works with a cemetery actively doing burials.
The Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries is comprised of seven citizens. It is empowered by the Legislature to maintain a listing of all historic cemeteries in Oregon, make recommendations for funding, seek legislative appropriations for historic cemeteries, and assist in the coordination of restoration, renovation and maintenance of historic cemeteries statewide. The commission has developed many online resources, offers workshops, and promotes the value of historic cemeteries through storytelling.
The group meets four times per year in different locations around the state and online. There may be an occasional additional meeting for extra projects, programs, and grant selection. Commissioners are also asked to provide informal meetings in their regions or work on other projects outside of meeting time. Travel costs are reimbursed.
To apply, send a letter of interest and resume to commission coordinator Kuri Gill at Kuri.Gill at oprd.oregon.gov<mailto:Kuri.Gill at oprd.oregon.gov> or 503-986-0685. Please include your reasons for wanting to serve on the commission, any skills or knowledge you will bring to its work, and ideas or goals you have for your participation. Please submit your information before January 9, 2023.
More information about the Historic Cemeteries program is available online at www.oregonheritage.org<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.oregonheritage.org%2F&data=05%7C01%7CKatie.HENRY%40oprd.oregon.gov%7Cf0c20f5ddaa040aaa82008dacbfa59ee%7Caa3f6932fa7c47b4a0cea598cad161cf%7C0%7C0%7C638046573362253434%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=AlKo5aK7kU4W82DDbmEQQCzkOtNTKfhAiFEuieCt48U%3D&reserved=0>.
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Oregon Black Pioneers seeks Public Programs and Exhibitions Manager
Oregon Black Pioneers seeks a dynamic and organized professional to lead our public programming and traveling exhibitions program. In collaboration with the Executive Director and Board Programs Committee, this employee will be responsible for the research, development, planning, implementation and evaluation of Oregon Black Pioneers' public programs and traveling exhibitions.
Qualified candidates will have experience developing and presenting history programs in museums or relevant institutions, and in coordinating the schedules and payments for these programs. Candidates with public speaking experience, and experience developing digital and in-person history exhibitions, are especially preferred.
For the full announcement and instructions on how to apply, visit https://oregonblackpioneers.org/2022/12/28/now-hiring-public-programs-and-exhibitions-manager/
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2023 AISES Internship in Cultural Resources at Bonneville Power Administration (BPA)
Bonneville Power Administration's Cultural Resources group is pleased to announce that we will be offering a paid internship in cultural resources through the American Indian Science and Engineering Society in summer 2023! We are seeking an intern who is interested in learning more about cultural resources compliance and historic preservation at a federal agency. No experience is required. Please refer to the attached flyer and the AISES website (Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) Internships | AISES<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Faises.org%2Fstudents%2Finternships%2Fbonneville-power-administration&data=05%7C01%7CKatie.HENRY%40oprd.oregon.gov%7Cae18092a07bb4422416508daee6b5b54%7Caa3f6932fa7c47b4a0cea598cad161cf%7C0%7C0%7C638084442384456763%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=3mz1Bj88tHkA9pKcikICvU5l%2FLQVF7o%2FjKGwW0Q9YfE%3D&reserved=0>) for additional information and the application form. Potential applicants should also feel free to reach out to me with questions at aaneuzil at bpa.gov<mailto:aaneuzil at bpa.gov> or (503) 230 4642.
Applications are due February 28, 2023!
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Check out this adaptive re-use success story in Baker City
A former Baker City school was renovated by a couple and it now serves as an arts hub, concert venue and bike hostel. Check out this recent article on the effort. This project also received funding through Oregon Heritage grants<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Pages/Grants.aspx>. See the article here<https://www.oregonlive.com/living/2022/12/this-former-baker-city-school-is-now-an-arts-hub-concert-venue-and-bike-hostel.html>.
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AASLH Leadership in History Awards Nominations open! Webinar Jan. 11
Here at Oregon Heritage, we know that so many organizations, small, medium, and big, across the state have done award worthy work. Not only do we recognize nominated projects, people and organization at the state wide Oregon Heritage Excellence awards<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/pages/awards.aspx> (next open in Late Fall of 2023!) but we also encourage folks to think on the national level such as the now open AASLH Leadership in History Awards.
Below is the information about the awards but there is also a webinar on Jan. 11 you can check out. Learn more and register here<https://learn.aaslh.org/products/live-webinar-what-is-the-aaslh-leadership-in-history-awards-program-january-2023>. Please know that Oregon has a rep to help with the nomination process for this national award. Feel free to contact Katie Henry at katie.henry at oprd.oregon.gov<mailto:katie.henry at oprd.oregon.gov> or 503-877-8834 if you'd like to talk through a nomination or need support for the process.
Now Accepting Nominations for 2023 Awards: The AASLH Leadership in History Awards recognize excellence and innovative achievements in projects, programs, exhibits, publications, and people in state and local history. We are now accepting nominations for the 2023 awards! We welcome nominations from all, including organizations of any size or budget, including all-volunteer organizations, ad hoc groups, and those who are not AASLH members. Learn more and submit a nomination.<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2F458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me%2FL0%2Fhttps%3A%252F%252Faaslh.org%252Fprograms%252Fleadership-in-history-awards%252F%2F2%2F010001850cb455d9-3ae578b6-d273-4924-b1bd-219f9c21ea7c-000000%2FZ3g4kETBuvseHl2bRJTtdHbyzTY%3D300&data=05%7C01%7CKatie.HENRY%40oprd.oregon.gov%7C89082e483e6940f8ec6808dadd3641ad%7Caa3f6932fa7c47b4a0cea598cad161cf%7C0%7C0%7C638065523233557056%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=YKyokbP%2BnjRFUKASrlj1ohySC%2FUIQs9hElEHjPYzSs8%3D&reserved=0>
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Looking to learn some preservation skills this new year? Consider these sources of webinars and trainings
In the 2020-2025 Oregon Heritage plan<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Documents/2020_Oregon_Heritage_Plan.pdf>, one of the four goals includes Pursue Best Practices which includes professional development. Below are some sources to consider if you are refreshing or expanding your skills and abilities.
* Oregon Heritage - Fall workshops, upcoming 2023 summit on all things volunteers, conference. More info here<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/pages/conferences-%26-workshops.aspx>.
* National Preservation Institute (NPI)- NPI training focuses on topics of current concern to those engaged in the management and stewardship of cultural and historic resources, charged with compliance and contracting, and/or are involved in the cultural resource and environmental management process. More info here<https://www.npi.org/trainings>.
* Association for State and Local History (AASLH)- Professional Development offerings, including the Standards and Excellence Program for History Organizations (STEPS), the History Leadership Institute, webinars, online courses, and workshops are designed for busy professional, students, and volunteers. More info here<https://aaslh.org/professional-development/>.
* American Alliance of Museums (AAM)- various webinar opportunities, toolkits, assessment opportunities, blog articles and more. More info here<https://www.aam-us.org/programs/manage-your-career/professional-development-programs/>.
* Nonprofit Association of Oregon (NAO) - webinars, workshops, conferences, resources, toolkits and more related to managing your nonprofit effectively and successfully. More info here<https://nonprofitoregon.org/>.
* Main Street America (tm) - Main Street America Institute offers courses and certification in topics related to the Main Street Approach (tm). More info here<https://www.mainstreet.org/howwecanhelp/msai>.
* Oregon Museums Association (OMA)- webinars, networking opportunities, workshops, and annual conference. More info here<https://www.oregonmuseums.org/>.
As always, we will continue to promote professional development and training opportunities in the Oregon Heritage News as we receive them. If you find applicable trainings, please send them to heritage.info at oprd.oregon.gov<mailto:heritage.info at oprd.oregon.gov> for consideration of inclusion in the weekly listserv.
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Check out some of the 2022 top blog posts on local and national blogs
* The Top Ten American Alliance of Museums Blog Posts of 2022<https://www.aam-us.org/2022/12/23/the-top-ten-alliance-blog-posts-of-2022/?utm_source=American+Alliance+of+Museums&utm_campaign=030b8e0384-FieldNotes_2022_Dec26&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_-030b8e0384-%5BLIST_EMAIL_ID%5D>
* Know Your Own Bone Top Ten Most Popular Articles For Cultural Executives in 2022<https://www.colleendilen.com/2022/12/21/our-top-ten-most-popular-articles-for-cultural-executives-in-2022/>
* Four Years of Dear Oregon: A Winter Blog Post Round-up<https://www.ohs.org/blog/a-winter-blog-post-round-up.cfm>
And of course, we would be remiss if we did not mention the top visited posts this past year on the Oregon Heritage Exchange:<https://oregonheritage.wordpress.com/>
* "Little" Joe Monahan<https://oregonheritage.wordpress.com/2022/06/10/little-joe-monahan/>
* The Gilchrist Timber Company Story Online<https://oregonheritage.wordpress.com/2014/08/08/the-gilchrist-timber-company-story-online/>
* Oregon SHPO Continues to Improve the Historic Sites Database<https://oregonheritage.wordpress.com/2022/02/04/oregon-shpo-continues-to-improve-the-historic-sites-database/>
* Northwest's First Women-Owned and Operated Landscape Architecture Firm<https://oregonheritage.wordpress.com/2019/10/28/northwests-first-women-owned-and-operated-landscape-architecture-firm/>
* Brochure Highlights Linkville Cemetery History<https://oregonheritage.wordpress.com/2014/02/21/brochure-highlights-linkville-cemetery-history/>
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Oregon Heritage News is a service of Oregon Heritage, a division of the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department. The news editor can be contacted at heritage.info at oregon.gov<mailto:heritage.info at oregon.gov>.
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