2008 Annual Conference
October 21-24, 2008
Kansas City, MO
CALL FOR PROPOSALS
Meeting in the Middle
A Joint Conference between the Association of Midwest Museums (AMM)
and the Mountain Plains Museum Association (MPMA)
Twice the Size! Twice the Fun!
In 2008, the Association of Midwest Museums (AMM) and the Mountain Plains Museums Association (MPMA)
will come together to present a very special conference, Meeting in the Middle. The 2008 AMM/MPMA
Conference, Meeting in the Middle, will explore the always-challenging goal of meshing theory with practice,
working collaboratively, and speaking across different disciplines. The Conference will highlight collaboration,
best practices, and planning for your museum’s future. Session proposals relating to any of these themes are
warmly welcomed, along with proposals relating to other leadership, collection, programming and/or scholarly
museum issues that address finding a good balance between innovation and tradition, theory and practice.
Sessions provide an opportunity for museum professionals from museums and related institutions of all sizes,
types, and backgrounds to examine how others in the profession solve problems, develop programs and exhibits,
and collaborate. We invite proposals that examine different points of view, involve innovative thinking, and
provide new approaches to problem-solving. Presenters should represent a variety of museums, disciplines, and a
diversity of museum sizes. ALL proposals must be submitted by museum staff members or non-profit
organizations. Additional conference information can be downloaded from the AMM or MPMA web sites at
<www.midwestmuseums.org> or <www.mountplainsmuseums.org >.
DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION IS JANUARY 18, 2008.
Email your proposal to:
midwestmuseums@aol.com
or
Mountplains@aol.com
Questions? Contact AMM at (314) 746-4557 or MPMA at (303) 979-9358
2008 AMM/MPMA Conference
Meeting in the Middle!
October 21-24, 2008
The Hotel Phillips, Kansas City, MO
A Joint Conference Between the Association of Midwest Museums (AMM)
and the Mountain Plains Museum Association (MPMA)
Twice the Size! Twice the Fun!
Call for Proposals
Title of proposal:
Author of proposal:
Institution:
Address:
E-mail:
Tel. #
Fax:
Please circle or underline the session format type and length of session below:
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Roundtable: led by one or two leaders, offers informal discussion on specific issues. Because group participation is
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essential, session leaders must apply techniques to stimulate dialogue. (1.25 or 2.5 hr.)
Debate: deals with a subject head on. Be sure to get quick thinkers with well-developed ideas (1.25 or 2.5 hr.)
Panel: of two or more speakers offer different perspectives on professional problems and issues. Each session must
have a chair to introduce speakers, moderate discussion, and keep the session on schedule. (1.25 hour)
Other (e.g. – interview) - please explain:___________________________________________
Session tracks: This session relates to (circle, bold, or underline all that apply); feel free to add a category to list:
“Meeting in the Middle” Theme
Administration/Management
Archives/Libraries
Audience Development
Collections/Registration
Conservation
Curation
Development/Fundraising
Directors/CEOs
Diversity and Access
Education/Programs
Evaluation
Ethics
Exhibits
Finance
Governance
Human Resources
Marketing/P.R
Membership
Museum Shops/Product Development
Museum Studies
Professional Development
Publications
Security/Facilities
Small Museums
Special Events
Technology
Tribal/Ethnic Museums
Visitor Services
Volunteers
Other: ______________________
On a separate piece of paper, please submit the following:
 Session description : One page or less; consider focus and intent of proposal, relationship to theme, and overall
objectives you wish to achieve. Also note if this session is sponsored or endorsed by a Standing Professional
Committee.
 List of additional presenters: include names, titles, institutions, addresses, phones, faxes, and e-mails.
PLEASE NOTE: All presenters are expected to register for the conference. No exceptions
are allowed. AMM/MPMA do not pay for travel expenses or stipends for session speakers.
DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION IS JANUARY 18, 2008