What do we want our future to be? Museums have a unique contribution to make to envision a desirable future. The collections which document the past, and the engagement with communities in the present, provide a solid foundation for thinking about the future. How do we go about this when faced with challenges that require our immediate attention? Sauder Village in Archbold, Ohio, provides the perfect retreat-like setting to discuss what it takes to make museums an indispensable component of planning for and sustaining a viable future.

We can no longer just talk about what might happen or how we might change. Instead, we must rethink the work we do, rejuvenate our approaches, and move beyond sustainability by pursuing regenerative actions. Join us as we envision this future and explore best practices in marshalling change, engaging with communities, forming partnerships, and ensuring financial security and cultural sustainability, among other topics.

CALL FOR PROPOSAL DEADLINE November 15, 2022

Preference will be given to proposals that align with the theme, and that feature case studies, research findings, strategies or implementations that address these critical needs. Topics should always specifically address the incorporation of practical applications to conference attendees.