Monthly Archives: December 2012

Makers on the Move in Libraries and Museums

Posted on December 20, 2012 by mheintz

By Susan Hildreth Director, IMLS Maker spaces are part of a growing movement of hands-on, mentor-led environments that encourage entrepreneurship and unleash the inner inventor in all of us, particularly children. And I am happy to report that there is … Continue reading →

Posted in 21st Century Skills, Afterschool/Out-of-School, Director's Messages, Education Support, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) | Comments Off

AAHC Forum: Museums Challenged to Serve – Beyond Borders

Posted on December 20, 2012 by mheintz

This post is a part of the AAHC Forum. In the coming months we will invite current and past grantees to contribute their project experiences via blog posts on our UpNext Blog and then ask you to respond through the AAHC … Continue reading →

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From the Bench: Team Pachacamac Triumphs, Making Peruvian Collections Accessible

Posted on December 19, 2012 by Gbullard

This post is part of the “From the Bench” series celebrating the work of conservators. Part scientist, part detective, they work to preserve the past for the future. This series features the voices of conservators who are working on IMLS-supported … Continue reading →

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