MCN (Museum Computer Network)

We are excited to announce that registration for the MCN 2024 Conference is now open! 🎟️ Discounted early bird and small organization rates are available this year. Hosted in partnership with the Spencer Museum of Art at the University of Kansas, MCN 2024 brings together cultural heritage professionals from museums and historic sites from North America and beyond. The conference provides an engaging space to connect, share knowledge, and explore the latest advancements in digital technologies for museums. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ebAEUUK8 Register now: https://lnkd.in/eXRmRVTp

📢 The call for proposals for MCN 2024 is extended until Friday, June 21. Proposals are being accepted for: - 45-minute sessions - 15-minute case studies - Ignite talks (five-minute, fast-paced presentations)   Consider these questions when crafting your proposal:  - How have you used technology to create a more engaging, accessible, or impactful experience? - What key takeaways can you share from collaborative projects that leveraged the expertise of both new and experienced professionals? - How have you adapted, iterated, or advanced an idea gained from a previous exchange? - What can you share with the next generation of museum professionals? - What experiences can help inform seasoned professionals? 🔗 Submit your proposals: https://lnkd.in/eRMPy38r

Share your expertise and spark inspiration at the #MCN2024! ✨ We invite proposals highlighting innovation, emerging work, and critical themes in museum technology. Proposals are being accepted for: • 45-minute sessions • 15-minute case studies • Ignite (five-minute, fast-paced presentations) 📆 Proposals are due June 10.  🔗 https://lnkd.in/eGnci8us

We're thrilled to announce that MCN now offers a membership model that is free of charge. This replaces the previous paid membership model and provides greater access to MCN's valuable resources and network. By removing the barrier of membership fees, we hope to ensure that everyone who shares our passion for advancing digital transformation in museums can participate in our community. Become a member at https://mcn.edu/join-mcn/

The deadline for volunteer applications has been extended to April 30th! Apply now: https://lnkd.in/ew8fwK_H

📣 Apply by Sunday, April 22, to be an MCN 2024 conference volunteer! We're now accepting applications for program co-chairs, proposal reviewers, and an onsite volunteer coordinator. 👥 Program co-chairs help us build a dynamic conference program ✔️ Proposal reviewers assist with reading and scoring proposals 📋 The volunteer coordinator ensures an outstanding conference experience We offer free registration for program co-chairs and the volunteer coordinator. Learn more about volunteer opportunities and submit your application via our website. All volunteer applications are due Sunday, April 22, 5 p.m. PST. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eJ5qnA4R

We're excited to announce that the MCN 2024 conference is taking place this fall in Kansas! 🗓️ Date: October 22–24, 2024 📍 Location: The University of Kansas, Lawrence, Kansas Hosted in partnership with the Spencer Museum of Art at the University of Kansas, MCN 2024 provides an engaging space for museum professionals to connect, share knowledge, and explore the latest advancements in digital technologies for museums. Stay tuned for more details in the coming weeks. 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/ebAEUUK8

Are you looking for some inspiration? Check out the Ignite talks from MCN 2023 in Philadelphia! 🔥🔥🔥 Go to mcn.edu/resources to watch 10 brilliant talks by Brad Baer, Max Evjen, Paul Marty, Jeremy Munro, Kellian Adams Pletcher, Dr. Synatra Smith, Matt Tarr, Angela Val, Rik Vanmechelen, and Sara Pitcairn. #MCN2023 #MuseTech #museums #glam

We’re delighted to announce that MCN’s Board of Directors has appointed Andy Cummins (second term), Caspar Lam, Jonathan Munar, Katie Reilly, Josh Schnapf, Sara Snyder, and Alice Walker to serve on the Board each for a three-year term, effective November 2023. Please join us in congratulating each of them on their appointment!

#MCN2023 begins tonight! Thank you to our Bronze partners Adage Technologies—providing "digital transformation" from strategy to user experience; Cogapp—offering digital solutions for museums and cultural organizations; Collector Systems, LLC.—collection management solutions for cataloging, tracking, and managing your collection; and Aten Design Group—human-centered strategy, accessible design and open-source technology for the mission-driven. MCN is grateful for our community partners whose generous support ensures we can gather in Philadelphia to explore all things #MuseTech. Learn more about our Bronze partners: https://adagetech.com/ https://www.cogapp.com/ https://lnkd.in/gBzE9Gdf https://lnkd.in/g6Teptwk