OPENING DOORS, the 2019 MUSEUMS & GALLERIES QUEENSLAND (M&G QLD)
CONFERENCE, is a major professional development initiative dedicated
to the volunteer and professional workers in Queensland’s public
gallery and museum sector. Held every four years, the CONFERENCE
PROVIDES A FORUM FOR THE SECTOR TO COME TOGETHER AND DISCUSS ISSUES
AFFECTING CONTEMPORARY REGIONAL AND PUBLIC MUSEUM AND GALLERY PRACTICE
AT A LOCAL, national and international level. OPENING DOORS WILL
EXPLORE HOW MUSEUMS AND GALLERIES TODAY ARE TALKING MORE AND MORE
ABOUT WAYS OF ENGAGING WITH OUR DIVERSE AUDIENCES AND STAKEHOLDERS.
There is an increasing pressure to grow visitor numbers and much has
been written about audience research and development. But how do we as
MUSEUMS AND GALLERIES MEANINGFULLY ENGAGE WITH OUR COMMUNITIES AND
RESPOND TO OUR VISITORS’ voices?
Connecting with visitors is
one of the most important aspects of running a museum or gallery.
Without a welcoming atmosphere, engaging interpretation and a wide
audience reach, people will find other ways to spend their time.
Knowing and understanding who our many communities are, and then
listening and communicating with them is central to developing
interpretation and exhibitions, designing relevant programs and
promoting them effectively. This should also be integral to how we
collect and undertake research. Challenging ourselves to think beyond
counting heads to the quality of interactive opportunities and
audience and stakeholder engagement will be explored throughout the
CONFERENCE, along with organisational changes required to become a
truly inclusive museum or gallery. The CONFERENCE WILL INCLUDE A
WELCOME RECEPTION, two full days of Keynote and Parallel
Presentations, Networking Dinners at local restaurants, Gallery and
Museum Achievement Awards, and Masterclasses and Workshops. Keynote
presenters Tasia Duske, CEO, Museum Hack, New York, USA Frith
Williams, Head of Experience Design, Museum of New Zealand Te Papa
Tongarewa Julian Meyrick, Strategic Professor of Creative Arts,
Flinders University Tracy Puklowski, Director of Creative Arts and
Cultural Services, City of Launceston Masterclasses / Workshops
available Friday 20 September: High Leverage Marketing – How to
attract + engage audiences without breaking your budget: Michael
Alexis, Director of Marketing, Museum Hack, New York, USA Storytelling
in Space: Frith Williams, Head of Experience Design, Museum of New
Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa Time Tunnels: Russell Milledge, Lecturer in
Media Arts, James Cook University Caring for Paper Documents and
Books: Melanie Sorenson, Conservator Social Activities Tuesday 17
September: 1pm-5.30pm: Cultural Bus Tour ($49)This tour will include
afternoon tea and a visit to Mulgrave Settlers Museum in Gordonvale,
followed by a visit to Yarrabah Arts & Cultural Precinct including
Menmuny Museum and a Boardwalk tour. 3pm-4.30pm: Cordage and Core
Basketry WorkshopIn this workshop, you will learn from artist Anne
Jillett, Ellis Road Fibre Art, who creates woven forms from natural
materials, yarn and recycled fabrics. Hosted by KickArts Contemporary
Arts. 5pm-5.45pm: CAIRNS Arts and Culture Map - Public Art Walking
TourGet an introduction to CAIRNS Arts & Culture Map and a taste of
the vibrant collection of public art in the CAIRNS CBD. Hosted by
CAIRNS Regional Council. 5pm-5.45pm: CAIRNS and District Chinese
Association Inc. TourExplore CADCAI's significant collection and
storage facility. 6pm-7.30pm: Welcome Reception at CAIRNS Museum
Wednesday 18 September: 6pm-7pm: Pre-Dinner Drinks by Australian
MUSEUMS AND GALLERIES ASSOCIATION (AMaGA) and Public GALLERIES
QUEENSLAND (PGQ)Facilitated by the AMaGA Queensland and PGQ
committees, come along and meet fellow members. Not a member? That's
ok, you are welcome ot attend and find out more about AMaGA and PGQ.
From 7pm: Networking DinnerNetwork with colleagues over dinner. These
networking dinners are grouped by area of interest. Please select
which dinner you would like to attend when registering: Public program
/ community engagement / visitor services Exhibition / curatorial /
interpretation Open to all delegates Thursday 19 September:
5.30pm-8pm: Gallery and Museum Achievement AwardsThe Awards honour the
achievements of individuals and organisations in striving towards
excellence. They are open to MUSEUMS, GALLERIES, historical societies,
keeping places and other related cultural organisations and the
individuals who work in them. This event will include networking over
refreshments and the Award presentation to the 2019 winners and
finalists. Friday 20 September: 9am-1pm: Masterclasses and Workshops
We encourage you to visit CAIRNS’ cultural institutions on Tuesday
or Friday, and stay the following weekend to explore the region. For
more information on the 2019 M&G QLD CONFERENCE, including Travel
Information and a Draft Program, go to
http://www.magsq.com.au/cms/page.aspID=10449
[http://www.magsq.com.au/cms/page.asp?ID=10449]
Important Dates Early Bird Registration closes 19 July 2019Late Bird
Registration closes 30 August 2019 All registration costs listed
include GST and Eventbrite fees.Concession: Volunteers, Students or
PensionersMember: Australian Museums and Galleries Association
members, Public Galleries Queensland members
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