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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1931-August 1933

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The image shows a page from an "Alumni Bulletin" dated May 1944. The content of the bulletin focuses on the Fogg Art Museum hosting the American Association of Museums on May 12, 13, and 14. The event includes various sessions, speakers, and exhibitions.

Key points from the bulletin include:

  1. Event Details:

    • The Fogg Art Museum will host the American Association of Museums.
    • The event spans three days: May 12, 13, and 14.
    • Eight sections of the association will present programs on different aspects of museum work.
  2. Sessions and Speakers:

    • 22 special sessions, over 50 speakers at general sessions, and numerous conferences and panel discussions are planned.
    • The conference opens at 9:30 AM on May 12 with an exhibition by the Technical Section in the "Balcony Room."
    • Fiske Kimball, the president of the association, will call the meeting to order, followed by a speech from Charles R. Richards.
    • The subject of the first general session is "Meeting the Depression," focusing on financial challenges faced by museums in the past four years.
  3. Specific Sessions:

    • Special sessions will be held at the Fogg Museum, covering topics such as art and education, museum technique, history, science, and public relations.
    • The Garden Museum will host a tea for members at 5 PM.
    • Evening sessions will be held at various museums and institutions in Boston.
  4. Friday, May 13:

    • General Session at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, with Elmer E. Jackson presiding.
    • Special sessions will take place after lunch at various museums.
    • Highlights include a symposium on museum work during reconstruction and a tea at the Cambridge Museum for Children.
  5. Saturday, May 14:

    • A banquet at the Copley-Plaza Hotel with speakers including Professor George H. Chase, Dean of the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences at Harvard, and other notable figures in the museum community.

The bulletin provides a detailed schedule and highlights the importance of the event for the museum community, focusing on various aspects of museum management and education.

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The image shows a page from an alumni bulletin dated May 6. The main focus is on an upcoming event hosted by the Fogg Art Museum in association with the American Association of Museums. The event spans three days, from May 12 to May 14.

Event Details:

  • Dates and Location: The event will take place at the Fogg Art Museum from May 12 to May 14.

  • Conference Schedule:

    • Thursday, May 12:

      • Opening at 9:30 AM with an exhibition by the Technical Section.
      • A General Session at 10 AM, presided over by Charles R. Richards, with a focus on "Meeting the Depression," discussing measures taken to maintain museum effectiveness.
    • Friday, May 13:

      • Special sessions at 1:30 PM for the Art, Education, and Technical Sections.
      • A General Session at 5 PM, hosted by the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, with Edward Jackson Holmes presiding.
      • Special sessions will follow a luncheon.
      • A tea at 5 PM in the German Museum for association members.
      • Special sessions at 8 PM for the Art, Science, Public Relations, Education, History, and Technical Sections.
    • Saturday, May 14:

      • General Session for the final day, a symposium on museum reconstruction, hosted by the Buffalo Museum of Science, with Chauncey T. Hamlin presiding.
      • Special sessions in the afternoon and a banquet at 8 PM.

Speakers and Presidents:

  • Charles R. Richards (New York Museum of Science and Industry)
  • A. Edmère Cabana (Buffalo Museum of Science)
  • Edward Jackson Holmes (Boston Museum of Fine Arts)
  • Chauncey T. Hamlin (Buffalo Museum of Science)
  • Various other speakers and section presidents mentioned for specific sessions.

The event includes a variety of sessions for different museum interests and branches, covering topics such as educational programs, public relations, technical advancements, and museum management. There are also scheduled social events like tea and a banquet.

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The Fogg Art Museum

AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF MUSEUMS

The Fogg Museum will be the meeting place of the American Association of Museums on May 12, 13, and 14. Eight sections of the association have arranged to give special programs covering almost every branch of museum interest. The sections and groups will hold 22 special sessions, there will be twenty speakers at the general sessions, more than fifty speakers at various conferences, and at least an equal number of participants in the discussions.

The conference will open at 9:30 A. M. on Thursday, May 12, with an exhibition by the Technical Section, to be held in the “Balcony Room” on the second floor of the Fogg Museum. At 10 o’clock Fiske Kimball, the president, will call the association to order for the first General Session. Charles R. Richards of the New York Museum of Science and Industry, and executive vice-president, will preside. The subject will be “Meeting the Depression”—a symposium on the lessons of the past few years and measures that have been employed to maintain the effectiveness of museums.

Special sessions will be held at the Fogg Museum at 1:30 P. M., when the Art and Education Sections, the Art Technique Group, the History Section, the Science Section, the Superintendent’s Section, and the Technical Section will meet to discuss matters pertaining to their various interests. At 5 P. M. the Germanic Museum will be the scene of a tea for members of the association. Again at 8 o’clock there will be special sessions of the Art Section, the Public Relations Section, the Science and Technical Sections, and the Superintendent’s Section. The Public Relations Section will discuss “Museum Radio Programs”. A. Edmire Cabana, publicity manager of the Buffalo Museum of Science, will preside, and Levering Tyson, director of the National Advisory Council on Radio in Education, will speak on “The Museum of the Air—Shall We Work Toward It?”

On Friday, May 13, the General Session will be held in the Boston Museum of Fine Arts; Edward Jackson Holmes, director of that museum, will preside. Special sessions will take place there after luncheon, with simultaneous programs of the Art Section, the Education Section, the History Section, and the Science and Technical Sections jointly, at various points in the city of Boston.

The College will again be the host on Friday evening and on Saturday, the final day of the conference. The General Session for Saturday will be a symposium on museum work during the coming reconstruction, presented from the viewpoints of art, science, and history museums and the community. The president of the Buffalo Museum of Science, Chauncey T. Hamlin, will preside. Special sessions will also be held in the afternoon, and the Art Technique Group, Industrial Art Group, Public Relations Section, Science Section, and the Technical Section will have simultaneous meetings. Before the tea to be held at the Cambridge Museum for Children, time has been arranged for visits to the Museum of Comparative Zoology, the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology, and the Semitic Museum.

On Saturday evening a banquet will be tendered to the members of the association, in the Central Court of the Fogg Museum. Professor George H. Chase, ’96, Dean of the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, will be toastmaster, and President Lowell, Miss Bertha Lutz of the National Museum of Brazil, Professor Alfred North Whitehead, and Fiske Kimball, president of the association and director of the Pennsylvania Museum of Art, will speak.

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The image is a page from the May 1941 issue of the "Fogg Art Museum Alumni Bulletin." The main article on this page discusses the upcoming meeting of the American Association of Museums at the Fogg Art Museum.

Here's a detailed summary:

Meeting Details:

  • The meeting of the American Association of Museums is scheduled for May 12, 13, and 14.
  • Eight sections of the association have arranged special programs covering almost every branch of museum interests.

Schedule and Sessions:

  • Thursday, May 12:

    • The conference opens at 9:30 A.M.
    • At 10 o'clock, an exhibition will be held by the Technical Section in the "Balcony Room" on the second floor of the Fogg Museum.
    • The first General Session will follow, with Charles R. Richards from the New York Museum of Science and Industry presiding.
    • The topic will be "Meeting the Depression," a symposium on lessons learned from past economic challenges and measures to maintain museum effectiveness.
  • Special Sessions:

    • Special sessions are scheduled at 1:30 P.M. on Thursday, including:
      • Art and Education Sections
      • Art Technique Group
      • History Section
      • Science Section
      • Superintendent's Section
      • Technical Section
    • These sessions will address various interests pertinent to each group.
  • Friday, May 13:

    • The General Session will take place at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, with Edward Jackson Holmes presiding.
    • Special simultaneous sessions will follow, covering topics such as:
      • Art Section
      • Education Section
      • History Section
      • Science and Technical Sections
  • Saturday, May 14:

    • The College will host sessions on Friday evening and the final day on Saturday.
    • The General Session will include a symposium on museum work during reconstruction, featuring viewpoints from various disciplines including art, science, history, archaeology, anthropology, and ethnology.
    • The president of the Buffalo Museum of Science, Chauncey T. Hamlin, will preside over the afternoon sessions.

Banquet:

  • A banquet will be held on Saturday evening for members of the association.

Notable Speakers:

  • Professor George H. Chase, Dean of the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, will be toastmaster.
  • Speakers include:
    • Miss Bertha Lutz from the National Museum of Brazil
    • Professor Alfred North Whitehead, President of the association and Director of the Pennsylvania Museum of Art

This comprehensive schedule highlights a diverse array of topics and sessions designed to cater to the varied interests of museum professionals.

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The image is a page from an "Alumni Bulletin" dated May 1966. It provides details about a conference hosted by the Fogg Art Museum for the American Association of Museums. The conference is scheduled for May 12, 13, and 14.

Key points include:

  1. Opening and General Sessions:

    • The conference opens at 9:30 A.M. on Thursday, May 12, with an exhibition by the Technical Section in the "Balcony Room" on the second floor of the Fogg Museum.
    • At 10:00 A.M., Fiske Kimball, the president, will call the association to order for the first General Session.
    • Charles R. Richards, of the New York Museum of Science and Industry, will preside over the session on "Meeting the Depression," focusing on lessons from the past few years and measures employed to maintain museum effectiveness.
  2. Special Sessions:

    • Special sessions are scheduled at 1:30 P.M. for various sections including Art and Education, Art Technique, History, Science, Superintendents, and Technical.
    • At 5:00 P.M., the German Museum will host a tea.
    • At 8:00 P.M., there will be special sessions for the Art Section, Public Relations Section, Science and Technical Sections, and the Superintendents Section.
    • A. Edmere Cabana, a public relations manager, will discuss "Museum Radio Programs."
  3. Friday, May 13:

    • The General Session will be held in the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, presided over by Edward Jackson Holmes, director of that museum.
    • Special sessions will take place after lunch, with simultaneous programs for the Art, Education, History, and Science and Technical Sections.
  4. Saturday, May 14:

    • The final day will include a symposium on museum work during reconstruction, with a focus on art, science, and history museums, and the community.
    • The event will be hosted by the College and will feature simultaneous meetings of the Art Technique Group, Industrial Art Group, Science Section, Public Relations Section, and the Technical Section.
    • The day will conclude with a banquet in the Central Court of the Fogg Museum, with speeches by George H. Chase, Dean of the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, and Alfred North Whitehead.

The document also mentions that time has been arranged for visits to the Museum of Comparative Zoology, the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology, and the Semitic Museum.

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The image displays a page from an alumni bulletin dated May 1966, specifically titled "The Fogg Art Museum." The bulletin provides information about the American Association of Museums' meeting, which was held at the Fogg Art Museum from May 12 to May 14.

Key points from the bulletin include:

  1. Meeting Details:

    • The conference will run from May 12 to May 14.
    • The opening session is scheduled for 9:30 AM on May 12.
    • There will be 22 special sessions, with over 50 speakers and a significant number of participants.
  2. General Sessions:

    • The first General Session will be presided over by Fiske Kimball, the president of the association, at 10:00 AM on May 12.
    • Charles R. Richards, from the New York Museum of Science and Industry, will preside over the session on "Meeting the Depression," focusing on the lessons from the past few years and measures to maintain museum effectiveness.
  3. Special Sessions:

    • Special sessions will be held at the Fogg Museum at 1:30 PM on May 12, covering various topics such as art, education, history, science, and technical issues.
    • At 5:00 PM, there will be a tea at the German Museum.
    • Special sessions will also be held at 8:00 PM on May 12, covering topics like museum radio programs and public relations.
  4. Friday, May 13:

    • The General Session will be held in the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, presided by Edward Jackson Holmes.
    • Special sessions will include the Art Section, Education Section, History Section, and Science and Technical Sections, with simultaneous programs.
  5. Saturday, May 14:

    • The final day of the conference will include a symposium on museum work during reconstruction.
    • The President of the Buffalo Museum of Science, Chauncey T. Hamlin, will preside.
    • A banquet will be hosted in the Central Court of the Fogg Museum, with Professor George H. Chase, Dean of the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, as the toastmaster. Notable speakers include President Lowell, Miss Bertha Lutz from the National Museum of Brazil, and Fiske Kimball.

The bulletin also mentions that the College will host the event, with various points of interest and visits to other museums arranged for the participants.

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The image shows a page titled "The Fogg Art Museum," which appears to be an article or bulletin notice about an upcoming meeting of the American Association of Museums at the Fogg Museum. The meeting is scheduled for May 12, 13, and 14.

The text details the structure of the meeting, including special programs covering almost every branch of museum interest, with 22 special sessions and about twenty speakers overall. The conference will open at 9:30 A.M. on Thursday, May 12, with an exhibition by the Technical Section, held in the "Balcony Room" on the second floor of the Fogg Museum.

Key people mentioned include Fiske Kimball, president of the association, Charles R. Richards of the New York Museum of Science and Industry (executive vice-president), and others who will preside or speak at special sessions on various museum topics such as technical, art, education, history, and public relations sections.

The bulletin also references scheduled luncheons, symposiums, and a general session including discussions on museum work during reconstruction, and mentions a banquet on Saturday evening in the Central Court of the Fogg Museum.

Additional museums like the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, Cambridge Museum for Children, Comparative Zoology, Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology, and the Semitic Museum are noted for related activities or visits during the conference.

This document is typed and appears to be from a publication called the Alumni Bulletin, with "May 26" handwritten at the top left and "Alumni Bulletin May 6" handwritten above the article. The paper has two hole punches on the right side, suggesting it was once part of a binder.

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The image shows a page from what appears to be a publication such as an alumni bulletin, dated May 6. The title at the top of the page is "The Fogg Art Museum." The text seems to be an article or announcement related to the American Association of Museums and mentions various events, meetings, and presentations connected to the museum sector.

Major points from the text include:

  • The Fogg Museum being the meeting place for the American Association of Museums on May 12, 13, and 14.
  • Topics such as "Meeting the Depression" and discussions about methods employed to maintain the effectiveness of museums during difficult times.
  • Mention of several sessions covering multiple sectors of the museum world, including technical sessions, history sections, and public relations discussions.
  • Occasions like general sessions, a German museum at 5 P.M., and a banquet on Saturday evening.

Names mentioned include Charles R. Richards of the New York Museum of Science and Industry and Dr. Chauncey T. Hamlin of the Buffalo Museum of Science. There's also a mention of different museums and individuals involved in the event or related activities.

The page also features markers on the top edge, light blue lines suggesting it is a photocopy, and some mild signs of wear and age, such as slight discoloration and creases.

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This image shows a page from a publication titled "Alumni Bulletin" with the specific article titled "The Fogg Art Museum." It provides information about the meeting of the American Association of Museums at the Fogg Art Museum on May 12, 13, and 14. The article details the schedule of events and outlines various sessions and discussions that will be held during the meeting.

The article begins with an introduction, mentioning that eight sections of the association have organized special programs covering almost every branch of museum interest. Specific times and locations for events, sessions, and speakers are mentioned throughout the text.

For example:

  • At 9:30 A.M. on Thursday, May 12, there will be an exhibition by the Technical Section in the museum's "Balcony Room."
  • At 1:30 P.M. there will be special sessions held at the Fogg Museum.
  • On Friday, May 13, the General Session will be held at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.

The page is formatted with margins and punch holes, indicating it might be part of a binder or dossier. Handwritten notes at the top and left margin of the page indicate "Alumni Bulletin" and "May 2," respectively, which likely serve to date and categorize the publication.

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The image depicts a page from "Alumni Bulletin, May 6", which appears to be a newsletter or informational document related to The Fogg Art Museum. The content is focused on announcing the American Association of Museums' meeting, scheduled for May 12, 13, and 14. The page is formatted as a printed document with a clean, structured layout, featuring a title at the top and detailed text below.

Key Details from the Image:

  1. Header:

    • The top of the page includes handwritten text: "Alumni Bulletin. May 6." This indicates the document is part of an alumni bulletin dated May 6.
    • The main title reads: "The Fogg Art Museum."
  2. Main Content:

    • The document announces that The Fogg Museum will be the meeting place for the American Association of Museums on May 12, 13, and 14.
    • The meeting will feature eight sections covering almost every branch of museum interest.
    • Special sessions and groups will be held, with twenty-two speakers at general sessions and at least fifty speakers at various conferences.
    • The conference will open at 9:30 A.M. on Thursday, May 12, with an exhibition in the "Balcony Room" on the second floor of the Fogg Museum. The opening will be called to order by Fiske Kimball, the president of the association.
  3. Key Events and Sessions:

    • General Sessions:
      • The first General Session will be presided over by Charles R. Richards, of the New York Museum of Science and Industry.
      • The subject of the first General Session will be a symposium titled "Meeting the Depression"—a symposium on the lessons of the past few years and measures that have been employed to maintain the effectiveness of museums.
    • Special Sessions:
      • Special sessions will be held at the Fogg Museum at 1:30 P.M., covering topics such as:
        • Art and Education Sections
        • The Science Section
        • The Superintendent's Section
        • The Technical Section
      • Each session will have speakers and discussions relevant to the respective sections.
    • Additional Events:
      • On Friday evening, the College will host the final day of the conference.
      • On Saturday, the General Session for work during the coming reconstruction will be held, focusing on museum work from the viewpoints of art, science, and history museums.
      • A banquet will be held on Saturday evening in the Central Court of the Fogg Museum, tendered to members of the association.
  4. Speakers and Participants:

    • Notable individuals mentioned include:
      • Edward Jackson Holmes, director of the National Advisory Council on Radio in Education.
      • Jackson Holmes, director of the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.
      • Chauncey T. Hamlin, president of the Buffalo Museum of Science.
      • George H. Chase, dean of the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences at Harvard.
      • Miss Bertha Lutz, president of the National Council of Brazilian Women.
      • Alfred North Whitehead, and Fiske Kimball, president of the association and director of the Pennsylvania Museum of Art.
  5. Visual Elements:

    • The page has a clean, typed layout with a light beige or off-white background.
    • The text is black and organized into paragraphs, making it easy to read.
    • There are faint markings or stamps in the corners, possibly indicating archival or cataloging details.

Summary:

The image shows a formal announcement from The Fogg Art Museum regarding the upcoming meeting of the American Association of Museums. The document provides detailed information about the schedule, sessions, speakers, and key events, emphasizing the museum's role as the host venue. The content reflects the professional and academic nature of the event, focusing on museum practices, education, and the challenges faced during the Great Depression.