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Pioneer Valley History Network

Celebrating Local History in Western Massachusetts

Gatherings & Workshops

June 2010 Gathering: Folk Art – Image copyright Pocumtuck Valley Memorial Association, Memorial Hall Museum

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Take advantage of educational and networking opportunities by attending our semi-annual Workshops and Gatherings.

These low-cost events allow you to share ideas with your peers and get tips from a wide range of experienced professionals.

Topics have ranged from fund-raising to folk art, and are chosen in response to members’ interests.

Let us know how we can help!
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April 29, 2015  9:30 am–4:00 pm

Immigration and Migration to the Valley
Deerfield Community Center (White Church)

Photo credit: Irish Polish Society, Dublin, Ireland

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Following a short business meeting (PVHN Annual Meeting), the day’s sessions include:

  • Center for New Americans – Laurie Millman
  • History of Jews in Western Massachusetts – Jane Kaufman
  • Ethnic Genealogy – Dave Robison
  • Polish Center at the Elms – Ron Lech
  • Paddy on the Railroad – Dennis Picard

and a chance to network during lunch with other history enthusiasts from up and down the valley!

See details and register here.

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Past Workshops:

  • Grantwriting
  • Technology
  • November 2014: Caring for Collections in Small Museums

Past Gatherings:

  • April 2014: Made in the Valley
  • May 2013: A Day at the Quabbin
  • March 2012: Disasters in the Valley
  • May 2011: Women’s History
  • June 2010: Folk Art
  • October 2009: Finding Funds in Troubled Times
  • June 2009: A Technology Sampler
  • October 2008: Exhibits on a Budget
  • May 2008: Managing Our Collections
  • October 2007: Education
  • May 2007: Maps
  • October 2006: Passport to History

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