Events
The following events are sponsored by the NEOIMC and are open only to members of NEOIMC. Events sponsored by member institutions can be found on the web by following the links to the members own web sites.
January 16, 2024 - Sokol Greater Cleveland Czech Cultural Center Museum and Library
April 16, 2024 - Summit County Historical Society
July 16, 2024 - Middlefield Township Historical Society
October 15, 2024 - Historic Kirtland
January 14, 2025 - Dunham Tavern
April 15, 2025 - Western Reserve Fire Museum
July 15, 2025 - Painesville RR Museum
October 21, 2025 - TBD
Members will be receiving flyers and registration forms in the mail for the events listed above.
“Welcoming Children to Your Museum”
Presented by NEOIMC Board members:
Catherine Flament
President of the Bay Village Historical Society; Curator & Archivist
Janet Caldwell
Retired Director/curator emerita, Bedford Historical Society
Meeting Room at the CCPL Independence Public Library
How are you serving our younger generations? Let’s discuss strategies that bring our children through the doors. This
seminar will review developmental levels of childhood and plan strategies that can enrich a child’s visit. How does an
exhibit appeal to all visitors of any age? How to get staff and volunteers on board when designing a program specifically
for children? From school tours, scout tours, home schoolers and summer camps to a family visiting during open hours,
our facilities should be welcoming to everyone. Do you have a success story? Let’s share ideas.
Thursday November 14, 2024
2:00pm-4:30pm
Meeting Room at the CCPL Independence Public Library
Meeting Room at the CCPL Independence Public Library
6361 Selig Dr. Independence OH 44131
Coffee and bakery will be provided.
Class size is limited to 40 people. Please make checks payable to NEOIMC
Please register by November 7th. $10/pp
RSVP with check made payable to NEOIMC. Send to: Janet Caldwell 166 Bexley Dr. Bedford OH 44146
Additional information? 440 525-1156 caldconsult@ameritech.net
Spring 2024 Seminar
“Learn how to prepare a speech to promote your nonprofit – because YOU are your organization’s BEST marketing tool!”
Presented by
Rebecca McFarland
Rebecca serves on several committees impacting Cleveland as a member of the Board of Trustees for the Cleveland Police Historical Society and Museum and is on the Board of Trustees of the NEOIMC.
Thursday April 11, 2024
1:00-3:00pm
Meeting Room at the CCPL Independence Public Library
6361 Selig Dr. Independence OH 44131
Public speaking isn’t easy for everyone. In fact, most people avoid it at all costs – but you don’t need to! This seminar will help you comfortably prepare a program that you can take to other local groups to share the highlights of your museum.
You’ll even learn that you can use this amazing marketing technique without speaking in front of a group. Honest!
There are quite a few community groups anxious to find speakers for their guests. That speaker can be you! At no charge to your museum’s budget, you can attend those group’s meetings and share all the great reasons why people will want to come to your facility – and bring their friends and family.
Join us and you’ll walk away an expert at public speaking – ok, maybe not, but you’ll certainly leave with a variety of tips to share your collections and a virtual tour with anyone and everyone!
Selig Dr. is off Rt. 21 about 1 mile south of the intersection of Rte. 21 and Rockside Rd. The Meeting Room is on the ground floor to the left upon entering.
Coffee and bakery will be provided.
Class size is limited to 30 people. Please register by April 4th $10/pp
Archives and Libraries: A Treasure Trove of Resources
Thursday, April 8
In this workshop, you’ll learn more about accessing the history resources available at county archives and local libraries. These community treasures can help you research the people, places and things that make each of our community’s special.