the Association for Living History, Farm and Agricultural Museums
There were a lot of good sessions after the keynote on Monday morning and afternoon. So much to choose from. Clarissa Dillon's presentation on historic distilling was especially popular. Well researched, good information and context, and a sense of humor. -Katie Boardman
Our keynote for the conference was professional storyteller, Adam Booth, from Shepherdstown, WV. Some good observations about storytelling and how to use it in museum settings were shared that resonated with the keys to what makes good interpretation. Then it was off to a variety of sessions on research, case studies and tools for living… Continue reading Keynote Storyteller- Adam Booth
One of our expert historical potters, Mary Ferrell, lead a hands-on session out in one of the pavillions today. Lots of history as well as getting one's hands on some clay. -Katie Boardman
A popular make and take workshop was for making your own musical instrument- a zither. Participants were cutting, gluing, clamping, drilling, stringing up and tuning their own instrument to take home. A local instrument builder and musician and his wife lead them through the process. Can't wait to hear the results. -Katie Boardman
There was a full workshop for the all-day consideration of teaching kids about food and farming. Lots of good looking books, toys and posters were around the room. In the afternoon the whole class was out on the lawn walking out an acre. Useful stuff. -Katie Boardman
Picture a sunny day, blue sky, white tent under a shade tree- and a bunch of ALHFAM millers and bakers ready to get into the nitty gritty of milling, making yeast and baking. Perfect combo. Some of the best in the business gave lectures, commentary on mill tours and demonstrations and lead the yest experiments… Continue reading Bakers and Millers Get Together
A workshop in marbling paper produced colorful results. -Katie Boardman
A bright sunny day with a light breeze. Perfect for the plowing workshop. - Katie Boardman
The first day of the ALHFAM annual conference began with breakfast in the wonderful 1920s Colonial Revival dining hall for the 4-H camp. Then tours by bus or workshops on site.
In a few short days, folks will be traveling from all over North America and beyond to the ALHFAM Annual Conference in Weston, WV. We'll gather for some good sessions, workshops, tours, meetings, and good professional hanging-out and networking. I'll be blogging and putting up some photos as it happens and may be joined by… Continue reading Coming Soon! The ALHFAM Annual Conference in West Virginia!
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