WEBINARS        

Independent Museum Professinal Community Webinar
Protecting Your Independent Practice: Insurance and Legal Considerations for IMPs 
March 23, 2026, 10:00 a.m. (AZ)
Our panelists are seasoned insurance and legal experts who understand the unique challenges of independent museum professionals and are ready to answer questions about professional liability, client agreements, business structure considerations, or any other legal and insurance matters.

GrantStation Webinar ($39)
Earned Income: Creating Mission-Aligned Revenue Streams 
March 23, 2026, 11:00 a.m. (AZ)  
Learn how to identify viable earned income opportunities consistent with your mission and capacity; how to evaluate pricing, market demand, and financial projections; and lessons from real examples of nonprofits successfully generating sustainable revenue.

Mid-Atlantic Association of Museums Encore Session Webinar ($15)  
Functional to Aspirational: Creating Mission Statements that Propel Change 
March 23, 2026, 9:00 a.m. (AZ)
The Athenaeum of Philadelphia and the Rosenbach Museum & Library will present case studies that show how strategic planning between 2020 and 2024 turned their mission statements into tools that drive culture, decision-making, and community engagement.

American Association for State and Local History
Women’s History Hour: Leading the Change 
March 24, 2026, 12:00 p.m. (AZ)
Explore the future of women’s history through the lens of the National Women History’s Alliance’s theme of "Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future." Group discussions will be centered around women's history historiography, where current scholarship is focusing, and how sustainability also includes stewardship of our resources and historic sites.

Conserv FREE Webinar
What is your Building Telling You? The Why of Environmental Monitoring 
March 25, 2026, 10:00 a.m. (AZ)
This webinar focuses on risk assessment basics, including how temperature, humidity, and other factors specifically impact the collection; using data to support grants, funding requests, and stakeholder presentations; and why monitoring isn't just for conservators.

American Alliance of Museums Webinar
Digital Innovations in Collections Stewardship and Access at Jewish Museums 
March 25. 2026, 11:00 a.m. (AZ)
A moderated discussion with two Jewish museum leaders who have used digital tools and technology to support collections stewardship, greater collections access, and rich public and educational resources that highlight Jewish culture.

GrantStation FREE Webinar
From Fear to Connection: Learning How to Ask for a Gift 
March 25, 2026, 11:00 a.m. (AZ)
In this webinar, Beth Raps will demystify the art of asking by sharing simple, proven rules and tools that make donor conversations natural, respectful, and heartfelt.  You’ll learn how toidentify who to ask and when an ask makes sense; make a clear, direct, and respectful ask using natural language; and follow through and follow up in ways that build long-term trust.

Terentia Webinar
3D on a Dime: Digitize Your Collections With a Small Budget.
March 25, 2026, 10:00 a.m. (AZ)
Terentia’s Hailey Majewski, Product Specialist, will discuss affordable 3D digitization, including simple, low-cost methods to create detailed models, covering the basics of photogrammetry, lighting hacks, and file management tips.

American Association for State and Local History Webinar
What is STEPS, and Can it Help My Site? 
March 26, 2026, 12:00 p.m. (AZ)
Hear how STEPS (Standards and Excellence Program for History Organizations), a self-paced, self-assessment program for small- and mid-sized organizations can help your organization create a road map for meaningful change.

GrantStation Webinar ($69)
Elevating Board Excellence: Best Practices in Development and Governance 
March 26, 2026, 11:00 a.m. (AZ)
During this webinar, Mindy Muller will walk you through best practices in board development and governance, offering a practical, step-by-step primer on how to build and sustain a high-functioning board. You’ll discover how to address common challenges head-on and move from reactive board management to confident, effective governance.

CatalogIt Webinar
Shipping Cultural Objects with Confidence 
March 26, 2026 ,11:00 a.m. (AZ)
We will review the basics of fine art shipping and the use CatalogIT’s Shipment profile to track the objects and artifacts. We will learn what data is important to capture and what documents should be attached to our shipment records. 

NEMA Academic Museum Professional Affinity Group Webinar
Museums under Pressure: Preparedness and Strategies in a Time of Increased Scrutiny 
March 26, 2026, 9:00 a.m. (AZ
Elizabeth Larison, Director, Arts and Culture Advocacy , National Coalition Against Censorship, will address the unique pressures that academic museums and galleries face (both past and present), and present ways in which proactive exhibition policies, curatorial strategies, and crisis response planning can help support academic museums and galleries in retaining scrutinized or contested programs.

Open Copyright Education Advisory Network Webinar
Copyright Law and Preservation, Conservation and Digitization of Film and Video 
March 27, 2026, 10:00 a.m. (AZ)
A panel of experts will discuss copyright issues affecting conservation, preservation and digitization, including the status of the law and the status of best practices in libraries, archives and museums.

Productive Fundraising FREE Webinar
Simple Nonprofit Newsletters that Boost Donor Retention 
March 30, 2026, 10:00 a.m. (AZ)
Chad Barger will focus on reporting impact to donors via newsletters and examine how print/mailed communications work in tandem with email to ensure donors are informed and engage, as well as processes and tools  to simplify the development of these vital fundraising tools.  Multiple optimized newsletter samples will be shared as well.

The National Informal Stem Education Network Online Workshop
Museums Share Experiences Participating in STEM Learning Ecosystems 
March 31, 2026, 11:00 a.m. (AZ)                                                                                          
A variety of NISE Network partner museums will share about their experiences participating in their local STEM learning ecosystems and how they have been able to provide relevant content and opportunities for people in their local communities.

ASU Lodestar Center Webinar ($15)
Supervising volunteers: The training staff and leaders didn't know they needed
April 1, 2026, 11:30 a.m. (AZ)
Through the Service Enterprise Volunteer Engagement lens, this workshop explores why effective volunteer engagement depends on equipping all supervisors, not just the volunteer manager, with the right skills, mindset and tools.

American Association for State and Local History Webinar
Outdoor History Walking Tours 101 
April 2, 2026, 12:00 p.m. (AZ)
Aja Bain, AASLH’s Director of Professional Development and Publications and a Nashville walking tour guide for ten years, for a nuts and bolts look into what makes a great historic walking tour, and how your site can develop memorable and immersive experiences for visitors no matter your location or budget.

Backlog Webinar
Knowledge Management 
April 6, 2026, 4:00 p.m. (AZ)
In this webinar, we will outline what knowledge management is, how it differs from archives, and why it often becomes the precursor to a successful archival program. We will talk about practical ways to map institutional knowledge, build documentation, and create repeatable systems that reduce risk and support long term memory for your organization.

Indian Arts Research Center and Gilcrease Museum Indigenous Collections Care Speaker Series (Virtual)
Relationship Building and Consultation 
April 7, 2026, 12:00 p.m. (AZ)
This roundtable discussion will feature experts who will explore the importance of relationship building, the do’s and don’ts of consultation, and the value of community engagement with collections. 

American Alliance of Museums Webinar
I’m In Charge of A Museum Store. Now What? 
April 8, 2026, 11:00 a.m. (AZ)  
Participants will learn what sets a museum store apart from traditional retail, explore the fundamentals of a non-profit buying cycle, and the essential Key Performance Indicators, providing attendees with the core knowledge required to run a purposeful and profitable museum store that extends the institution’s mission.

Firespring Webinar
Accessibility: How to Make Your Website Usable for Everyone 
April 9 , 2026, 11:00 a.m. (AZ)
Join Jennie Martin, Firespring’s Front-End Development Manager and Accessibility Specialist, as she shares expert insights on creating accessible, user-friendly websites. You’ll learn why accessibility matters, how users with disabilities experience the web, and practical steps you can take to improve your site right away. 

The National Informal Stem Education Network Online Workshop
Finding and Collaborating with NASA Experts 
April 14, 2026, 11:00 a.m. (AZ)
Representatives from NASA's Solar System Ambassadors program and the Night Sky Network will walk about how to find and engage with subject matter experts in your community.

Firespring Webinar
Boards of Directors and Nonprofit Leaders: Driving from the Passenger Seat 
April 14, 2026, 8:00 a.m. (AZ)
Leading a nonprofit often means navigating complex dynamics with your board of directors. This webinar explores practical strategies for strengthening the relationship between the nonprofit leader and the board, from building a strong board structure to improving communication and identifying blind spots that may be holding your organization back.  

Mid-Atlantic Association of Museums Encore Session Webinar ($15) 
The Digital Loom: Weaving Public History Strategy into Digital Engagement for Museums on Social Media 
April 15, 2026, 9:00 a.m. (AZ)
Learn how narrative design can transform digital storytelling and how the Smithsonian’s social media campaigns boosted engagement and fostered inclusive connections within their internship and fellowship communities.

American Alliance of Museums Webinar
Gettin’ To Know You: The Art of Networking 
April 15, 2026, 11:00 a.m.
Through practical examples and real‑world strategies, participants will learn how to use informational interviews, cultivate meaningful connections, and confidently navigate professional spaces.

Conserv FREE Webinar
From Observation to Action, The "How" of Environmental Monitoring 
April 22, 2026, 10:00 a.m. (AZ)
This webinar provides a practical roadmap for implementing a monitoring program that fits your resources. The Environmental Monitoring Cycle is proven five-step framework you can adapt to any scale to monitor any indicator.

Firespring Webinar
It’s All “Other Duties As Assigned”: Mastering the Multifaceted Role of a Nonprofit Leader
April 22, 2026, 9:00 a.m. (AZ)  
Nonprofit leaders are often expected to do it all. In this session, Kiersten Hill explores how executive directors can balance passion, purpose and professional leadership while managing the many responsibilities that come with the role. You’ll gain practical insights on prioritization, collaboration and building sustainable leadership practices

Productive Funding FREE Webinar 
Igniting Board Engagement for Fundraising Success 
April 27, 2026, 10:00 a.m. (AZ)
Join Chad Barger for a workshop focused on equipping and motivating your board members to be great fundraisers. You’ll learn how to help them get over their fear of fundraising and develop the fundraising habit. Accountability and follow through will also be discussed. The session includes tools and samples that you can use to start building a fundraising culture within your board.

Firespring Webinar
Get Your Board to Help You Fundraise 
April 28, 2026 12:00 p.m. (AZ)  
Nonprofit leaders are often expected to do it all. In this session, Kiersten Hill explores how executive directors can balance passion, purpose and professional leadership while managing the many responsibilities that come with the role. You’ll gain practical insights on prioritization, collaboration and building sustainable leadership practices. 

Society for Nonprofits Webinar ($69) 
When ICE Shows Up: What Nonprofit Leaders Need to Know 
April 29, 2026, 10:00 a.m. (AZ)
This session provides a clear overview of your organization’s rights, legal considerations, and response protocols, including the difference between administrative and judicial warrants. Participants will leave with practical steps to prepare policies and respond calmly and confidently while protecting their mission and those they serve.

Backlog Webinar
Shoestring Digital Preservation 
May 4, 2026, 4:00 p.m. (AZ)
In this webinar, we will walk through realistic, budget friendly steps that museums and archives can take to protect digital files, stabilize at risk media, and build sustainable workflows over time. We will focus on simple tools, clear decision making, and low cost practices that still align with professional standards.

Indian Arts Research Center and Gilcrease Museum Indigenous Collections Care Speaker Series (Virtual)
Use and Access of Collection 
May 5, 2026, 12:00 p.m. (AZ)
This roundtable discussion will explore the complicated relationships between museums, researchers, and Indigenous communities. Experts in the field will share their perspectives, success stories, and lessons learned when engaging with research and access to collections. 

Conserv FREE Webinar
Making Sense of the Squiggly Lines, Understanding and Using your Monitoring Data 
May 13, 2026, 10:00 a.m. (AZ)
This webinar demystifies data analysis and shows you how to turn numbers into compelling advocacy tools.

American Association for State and Local History Webinar
STEPS Program Orientation 
May 19, 2026, 12:00 p.m. (AZ)
All organizations enrolled in STEPS are invited to take part in this free orientation and refresher webinar to learn about the workbook and how to use it, how to access the online STEPS Community and resources, info on obtaining your certificates, and more.

The National Informal Stem Education Network Online Workshop
Library Collaborations to Engage Local Public Audiences 
May 19, 2026, 11:00 a.m. (AZ)
Learn about how museums can partner with libraries from across the US through the Space Science Institute's (SSI) NASA @ My Library program and the STAR (Science-Technology Activities and Resources) Library Network (STAR net).

American Association for State and Local History Virtual Workshop|
Strengthening History Communications: Reframing the Value of History and Your Institution 
June 24, 2026, 10:00 a.m. (AZ)
Drawing on research from AASLH’s Reframing History project, this workshop will help you communicate with public audiences more effectively and build a wider understanding of the value of history and history organizations. This workshop will include an overview of research findings, discussions about major challenges in communicating history with colleagues from around the country, and an opportunity to begin crafting your own communications materials. 

MEETINGS, CONFERENCES AND WORKSHOPS   

MuseumNext
Museum Digital Summit 2026  
March 25-26, 2026

Productive Fundraising Workshop ($50 for up to 5 staff and board members)
Cutting Through the Noise - What’s Working NOW to Spur Donor Engagement 
March 26, 2026, 9:00 to 11:15 a.m. (AZ)
Holland Community Center (34250 N 60th St, Scottsdale, AZ 85266)
Chad Barger, ACFRE, ACNP, will look at the challenge of cutting through the noise in today’s daily communication onslaught and the importance of donor retention.  Examples will be shared of creative ways that real life nonprofit organizations identified, cultivated, solicited and stewarded their donors in creative ways (including some that had no budget for doing so).

Central Arizona History and Heritage Symposium 
March 27-29, 2026
Verde Valley Archaeology Center and Museum, Camp Verde AZ
The inaugural Central Arizona History and Heritage Symposium will gather people and community interested in the archaeology and history of this region, and together share information about past and current archaeological work in this portion of the state.

National Emerging Museum Professional Network  
2026 Virtual Museum Workers Advocacy Day Conference 
April 9-10, 2026

Association of Registrars and Collections Specialists
Courier Training Workshop 
April 16-17, 2026
New York NY
Two-day workshop that will prepare attendees to successfully work as a contract courier during any stage of the loan process and to follow good courier practices. 

Association of Children's Museums
InterActivity 2026 
April 21-23, 2026
San Diego, CA

2026 AIC & CAC Annual Meeting & Conference 
April 28 to May 2, 2026
Montreal, Quebec, Canada

2026 Art Curators Conference  
April 30 - May 1, 2026
New York City 

The American Alliance of Museums 
2026 AAM Annual Meeting & MuseumExpo 
May 20 to May 23, 2026 
Philadelphia, PA

Costume Society of America Annual National Meeting and Symposium 
May 31 - June 4, 2026
Charlotte NC

2026 Ecsite Conference
June 2 to 4, 2026
Gothenburg, Sweden

American Association for State and Local History Workshop 
Collections Camp: Textiles 
June 22-23, 2026
Hartford CT

American Association for State and Local History Workshop 
Reimagining the Historic House Museum 
July 10, 2026
Nashville, Tennessee 

Arizona Paper Preservation Workshop 
July 16-17, 2026
Tempe History Museum, Tempe AZ

Association of African American Museums Annual Conference 
August 19 – 21, 2026
Philadelphia, PA

Artificial Intelligence for Libraries, Archives, and Museums (AI4LAM)
Fantastic Futures: Trust in the Loop 
September 15–17, 2026
Washington, D.C.

2026 International Conference of Indigenous Archives, Libraries, and Museums 
September 21–24, 2026|
Spokane, Washington

American Association for State and Local History and National Council on Pulbic History Joint Conference 
September 16 – 19, 2026
Providence, Rhode Island

 

COURSES    

American Association for State and Local History Online Courses  
March 23 – April 26: Financial Structures and Strategies 
March 23 – May 24: Basics of Archives 
March 23 – May 24: Caring for Museum Collections 
March 23 – May 24: Collections Management 200: Stewardship and Public Access 
March 23 – May 24: Leadership and Administration for History Organizations

The Center for Collections Care Online Courses 
January 8-29, 2026: Fundamentals of Collections Care (Level 1)                  
March 18-April 8, 2026: NAGPRA in Practice (Level 2)                      
April 8-May 6, 2026:  Culturally Informed Collections Stewardship (Level 1)        
September 10-October 1, 2026: Fundamentals of Collections Management (Level 1)

Care and Identification of Photographs (from daguerreotypes to digital) 
April 13 - May 31, 2026
7-week online course with Gawain Weaver.                    

American Association for State and Local HistoryArcus Leadership Program Courses
Specifically designed for emerging and mid-level professionals and volunteers, these self-paced courses help participants understand the most critical topics in the history field and incorporate that understanding into their work. Start these courses any time.
Accessibility for Historical Organizations 
Creating Engaging Social Media Content for History Organizations 
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for History Organizations 
Foundational Principles of LGBTQ+ Inclusion 
Introduction to Fundraising 
Introduction to Indigenous History 
Program Planning for Nonprofits

Wild Apricot Online Course
Marketing Your Nonprofit 
Six-week eCourse to help  nonprofits improve their marketing capabilities and learn to build a comprehensive strategy.   Course includes 6 emails, one focused lesson per email with tools, templates and worksheets for hands-on learning.

GrantStation 
Turbocharge Your Grantwriting Skills ($399)
7 units guide you through the entire grant proposal process step-by-step. You’ll learn how to craft an organizational background, compelling statement of need, process and outcome evaluation, approach, and budget with detailed videos, downloads, examples, and other resources. 

Finding New Sources of Funding in Challenging Times
Think beyond traditional sources of financial support to fund cultural resource projects. Learn how to evaluate a cultural resource project for its value in serving broader community needs. Review traditional funding types versus alternative sources that can be redirected to meet project goals. 
(On demand)

Canadian Conservation Institute (CCI) and the Canadian Heritage Information Network (CHIN) Online Course
Museum Collections Documentation and Data Cleaning
Provides essential museum documentation information for museum staff with all levels of knowledge. It begins with an introductory overview and ends with specific documentation issues. Learners can take the modules in order or choose a module or two that fits their needs.
(On demand)

Canadian Conservation Institute (CCI) and the Canadian Heritage Information Network (CHIN) Online Course
Preservation Housekeeping for Heritage Sites and Small Museums
Covers guidelines, best practices and resources for the regular upkeep of historic interiors and exteriors as well as the contents of historic buildings. This one- to two-hour self-paced course has been designed for those who work or volunteer in small museums or heritage sites and who have little to no training in conservation.
(On demand)