We will discuss some principles of intersectionality that the Leslie-Lohman Museum uses. Patricia Lannes will also share some good news regarding the work at the museum. To RSVP, please email Michael Stevens.

You know you’ve been working in education for a while when election day is synonymous with Professional Development. As November 5 approaches, we will discuss and share resources for carrying out teacher professional developments throughout the year. Snacks and drinks provided. Museum worker and teacher perspectives both welcome! RSVP: Julia Mushalko Jmushalko@tenement.org

Sit down and chat over snacks with your E&I peers. Our topic for the month will be Relevance in Museums, inspired by Nina Simon’s book The Art of Relevance, available entirely for free online (http://www.artofrelevance.org/read-online/). What is relevance? How well are we serving our local communities, and how can we make the content and presentation…

In this combined peer group meeting we will explore best practices for creating effective assessment systems for our programs. This session will focus on the following essential questions: When reviewing and evaluating your programs: What do you want to know? What to funders want to know? What does the administration/organization want to know?

Take a look at the intersection between Freelancers and LGBTQ issues in museums. How can freelancers support museums as inclusive and safer spaces? What LGBTQ guidelines or supports are in place for museums and museum employees? Can I get one of those Out for Safe Spaces badges? Join us at the historic Lesbian bar for…

Join us for our kickoff meeting where we will discuss upcoming goals/ideas for the group in the coming year as well as enjoy snacks and drinks. See you there!

During Climate Week NYC, join colleagues from the Social Justice and International Understanding Peer Groups to explore the intersection of the arts and environmental justice. RSVP: Tori Lewis, vlewis@nybg.org At 1 pm, explore and discuss the exhibition Brazilian Modern: The Living Art of Roberto Burle Marx. Burle Marx was a pioneering landscape architect, artist, and…

Our first meeting will be held on Thursday September 26, 6:30-8:00 pm at the Starbucks Reserve New York Roastery on 15th street and 9th avenue, which features a full menu in addition to it’s coffee offerings. This first meeting will serve as an opportunity for us to meet each other,  reflect on last year’s work…

RSVP: Laura Kujo at laurakujo@yahoo.com by 9/23; RSVP encouraged to facilitate security check in. Description: Come along on our first field trip of the year! Explore the Discovery Room and early childhood classrooms at the American Museum of Natural History with Sarah Moshenberg, Manager of the Discovery Room and Museum Family Learning. We will also discuss your…

World Pride may be over, but we are still catching the Stonewall 50 exhibit just before it closes. We will view the exhibit and look for inspiration for programming at our respective institutions. If available, educator Lena Sawyer will join us to discuss the internal process and impact for N-YHS, including challenges, supports, visitor feedback,…