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The image shows a newspaper clipping from the "Christian Science Monitor" dated May 11, 1932. The headline reads "Museum Work Leaders Gather for Convention," and the article discusses an upcoming meeting of the American Association of Museums, which is to be held at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge.

Key points from the article include:

1. Event Details: The convention runs from tomorrow morning through Saturday, featuring nearly 100 speakers addressing various museum-related topics.

2. Notable Speakers:

   • Donna Bertha Lutz, secretary of the National Museum of Brazil, will speak at the banquet on Saturday evening.
   • Dr. Bernhard Bischoff, president of the Oppenheim Museum in Berlin, will discuss "Archaeological Finds at Tell Halaf" on Friday evening.
   • Herr Herman H. ter Meer, director of the Dermoplastik Museum in Munich, will speak on "Museum Technique in Germany."

3. Session Structure: General sessions will be held in the morning, with special sessions in the afternoon covering topics like art, education, history, science, public relations, and industrial art.

4. Participating Museums: Afternoon sessions will be held at various museums, including the Children's Museum of Boston, the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, and the Boston Society of Natural History.

5. Highlights:

   • The Children's Museum of Boston, directed by Miss Mildred E. Manning, is noted for its unique delegation comprised of three members.
   • Harold T. Clark, secretary of the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, will discuss "Museum Education for the Blind."
   • A section on "Education by Air" will feature discussions on using radio for educational purposes.

Additionally, a smaller section of the article mentions that Miss Eliset Dean of the Perseus Corporation of New York will describe the process of making three-dimensional photographs at a Friday evening event.

The image is a newspaper clipping from the Christian Science Monitor dated May 11, 1932. The headline of the article is "Museum Work Leaders Gather for Convention."

The article discusses the American Association of Museums' (AAM) 20th annual meeting, which was held at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge. The event, spanning from tomorrow morning through Saturday, focuses on various aspects of museum work.

Key points from the article include:

• The meeting will feature nearly 100 speakers addressing different topics.
• Notable speakers include Donna Bertha Lutz, secretary of the National Museum of Brazil, and Baron Max von Oppenheim, president of the Oppenheim Foundation in Berlin.
• The sessions are divided into general sessions and special sections covering art and education, history, science, public relations, industrial art, and more.
• Specific institutions like the Children's Museum of Boston, the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, and others will participate.
• Miss Mildred E. Manter, director of the Children's Museum of Boston, is mentioned as a significant participant.
• Highlights include a report by Mr. Harold T. Clark on "Museum Education for the Blind" and discussions on public relations involving radio programs.

Additionally, the article mentions an evening event on Friday where Miss Ethel Dean, Dean of the Perser Corporation of New York, will discuss the process of creating "Depthographs," which are three-dimensional photographs.

Christian Science Monitor
May 11, 1932.

MUSEUM WORK LEADERS GATHER FOR CONVENTION

American Association Delegates to Hold Meeting in Cambridge

The Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge will play host to the twenty-seventh annual meeting of the American Association of Museums which opens tomorrow morning and continues through Saturday. Practically every phase of museum work will be discussed by the nearly 100 speakers scheduled to address various groups.

Included among the speakers will be Donna Bertha Lutz, secretary of the National Museum of Brazil, who will speak at the banquet on Saturday evening. Baron Max von Oppenheim, president of the Oppenheim Foundation, Berlin, Germany, will discuss "Archaeological Explorations in the Near East." Dr. Charles P. Burgess, director of the Boston Society of Natural History, will also address the general session.

General sessions are to be held each morning at the Fogg Art Museum, while in the afternoons delegates will separate into special sections to discuss such subjects as art and education, history, science, public relations and industrial art museums. The afternoon sessions will be held in various museums, including the Children's Museum of Boston, the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, the Boston Society of Natural History and the Cambridge Museum for Children.

The Children's Museum of Boston will have a prominent part in the discussions, as Miss Mildred E. Manchester, its director, is the only woman on the executive council of the association.

Among the highlights in the discussions will be a report by Mr. Harold T. Clark, secretary of the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, on "Museum Education for the Blind."

Another interesting section will be that on public relations in which "Education by Air" will be discussed by representatives from several museums who have used the radio to

The image is a newspaper clipping from the Christian Science Monitor, dated May 11, 1952. The article details the upcoming twenty-seventh annual meeting of the American Association of Museums, which is set to be held in Cambridge.

Key points include:

1. Venue and Schedule:

   • The meeting will take place at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge.
   • It starts on a Tuesday morning and continues through Saturday.
   • Nearly 100 speakers will discuss various aspects of museum work, divided into different groups.

2. Notable Speakers and Topics:

   • Donna Bertha Lutz, Secretary of the National Museum of Brazil, will speak at the banquet on Saturday evening.
   • Baron Max von Oppenheim, President of the Oppenheim Foundation in Berlin, Germany, will discuss explorations at Tell Halaf.
   • Herr Herman H. ter Meer from Leipzig will address the science and technical section of the Boston Society of Natural History.
   • Miss Mildred E. Mann, Curator at the Brooklyn Children's Museum, is noted as the only woman on the executive committee.

3. General Sessions:

   • General sessions are scheduled for both morning and evening times on Friday.
   • Delegates will break into specialized sections to discuss topics such as art and education, history, science, natural relations, and industrial art in the afternoon.

4. Afternoon Sessions:

   • Afternoon visits to various museums including:
     • Children’s Museum of Boston
     • Boston Museum of Fine Arts
     • Boston Society of Natural History
     • Fogg Art Museum
     • Harvard University’s Museum of Comparative Zoology in Cambridge

5. Discussion Highlights:

   • The Children’s Museum of Boston will feature prominently in discussions.
   • Mr. Harold T. Clark, Secretary of the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, will give a report.
   • Another interesting section will discuss public relations in the context of "Education by Air," which involves using radio for museum education.

Overall, the article outlines a comprehensive agenda for museum professionals to gather, discuss, and explore various facets of museum work and education.

The image is a clipping from the Christian Science Monitor dated May 11, 1932. The headline reads "Museum Work Leaders Gather for Convention," with a subheadline stating "American Association Delegates to Hold Meeting in Cambridge."

The article details the 27th annual meeting of the American Association of Museums, which is scheduled to take place at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge. The meeting runs from the next morning through Saturday and will cover various aspects of museum work.

Key points from the article include:

1. Speakers and Topics:

   • Donna Bertha Lutz, secretary of the National Museum of Brazil, will speak at the banquet on Saturday evening.
   • Baron Max von Oppenheim, president of the Oppenheim Foundation in Berlin, will discuss "Archaeological Explorations in the Near East."
   • Herr Herman H. ter Meulen, president of the Art Association of Hamburg, will speak on "The Progress of Museum Technique in Germany."

2. Sessions and Discussions:

   • General sessions will be held in the morning and afternoon, with delegates separated into specialized sections to discuss topics such as art and education, history, science, public relations, and industrial art.
   • The Children's Museum of Boston will have a significant role, with Miss Mildred E. Manchester, its director, being the only woman on the executive committee of the association.

3. Highlights:

   • Mr. Harold T. Clark, secretary of the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, will report on "Museum Education for the Blind."
   • There will be a discussion on public relations, focusing on the use of radio for educational purposes, led by representatives from various museums.

4. Museums Involved:

   • The meeting will involve various museums including the Children's Museum of Boston, the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, the Boston Society of Natural History, and the Cambridge Museum for Children.

The article also mentions an evening event where Miss Ethel Dean of the Perser Corporation of New York will describe the process of making "Depthographs," which are three-dimensional photographs.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Christian Science Monitor, dated May 11, 1932. The headline reads "Museum Work Leaders Gather for Convention," and the article discusses the upcoming 27th annual meeting of the American Association of Museums.

The meeting is to be hosted by the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, starting the next day and running through Saturday. Key topics of discussion include various phases of museum work, with nearly 100 speakers addressing different aspects. Notable speakers include:

• Donna Bertha Lutz, Secretary of the National Museum of Brazil, who will speak at the banquet on Saturday evening.
• Baron Max von Oppenheim, President of the Oppenheim Foundation in Berlin, Germany, who will discuss "Archaeological Explorations in the Near East."
• Herr Herman H. ter Mer, President of the Art Association of Leipzig, who will address "The Progress of Museum Technique in Germany."

General sessions will be held at the Fogg Art Museum, while delegates will break into special sections to discuss art, education, history, science, public relations, and industrial art. The Boston Children's Museum, among other institutions, will have a significant part in the discussions, with Miss Mildred E. Mather, its director, being the only woman on the association's executive council.

Highlights include a report by Mr. Harold T. Clark on "Museum Education for the Blind" and a section on public relations, featuring discussions by representatives from various museums who have used the radio for educational purposes. Additionally, Miss Ethel Dean of the Perser Corporation of New York will discuss the process of making "Depthographs," which are three-dimensional photographs, at a Friday evening event.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from the "Christian Science Monitor," dated May 11, 1932. The headline of the article is "MUSEUM WORK LEADERS GATHER FOR CONVENTION." The article discusses an upcoming annual meeting for the American Association of Museums to be held at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge. It mentions various topics that will be discussed, including museum educational techniques and reflections on history, science, art, and education.

The column mentions several speakers and topics, such as:

• Dr. Oliver Wendell Holmes of the American Association of Museums discussing stereoscopic images, or "Depthography."
• The involvement of the Children's Museum of Boston's director, Arthur Field, as a prominent figure in one of the sessions.
• A highlight report by Clarence S. Stein, Secretary of the Hudson-Fulton Celebration of New York City.
• A section devoted to "Museum Hygiene" by Avis Lee.

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The image shows a clipped newspaper article from the Christian Science Monitor dated May 11, 1932. The article is titled "Museum Work: Leaders Gather for Convention" with a subtitle "American Association Delegates to Hold Meeting in Cambridge."

The text reports on the twenty-seventh annual meeting of the American Association of Museums being held at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge. The event spans multiple days and covers various museum-related topics.

Several notable speakers are mentioned, including:

• Donna Bertha Lutz from the National Museum of Brazil
• Max von Oppenaheim, president of the Oppenheim Foundation in Berlin, Germany
• Dr. Herman G. Mertz, president of the Art Association of Austria.

The article details the presentation topics and sessions that will take place, such as museum education, technology, public relations, industrial art, and reconstruction movements. Specialized sessions focus on museum techniques and education for children.

Specific museums highlighted include:

• The Children’s Museum of Boston
• Boston Museum of Fine Arts
• Boston Society of Natural History
• Cambridge Museum for Children
• Cleveland Museum of Natural History.

In addition, the article mentions discussions on various initiatives including the museum's surgical programs for the blind. It also notes sessions on public relations and the use of radio to spread museum educational influence.

The clipped article is printed on orange-toned paper and appears to be dated from the early 20th century.

The image shows a page from the Christian Science Monitor dated May 11, 1932. The headline at the top reads: "MUSEUM WORK LEADERS GATHER FOR CONVENTION." Below the headline, the subheading states: "American Association Delegates to Hold Meeting in Cambridge."

The article discusses the upcoming annual meeting of the American Association of Museums, which is scheduled to take place at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge. The event is set to begin the following morning and continue through Saturday, featuring practical discussions on various aspects of museum work. The article highlights that nearly 100 speakers will address various groups, covering topics such as art and education, history, science, public relations, and industrial art.

Key points from the article include:

1. Speakers and Topics:

   • Donna Bertha Lutz, secretary of the National Museum of Brazil, will speak at the banquet on Saturday evening.
   • Baron Max von Oppenheim, president of the Archaeological Foundation in Berlin, Germany, will discuss "Archaeological Explorations at Tell Halaf" on Friday at the Boston Society of Natural History.
   • Herr Herman H. ter Meer, president of the Art Association of Museum-Dermatologists in Leipzig, will address the section on "Progress of Museum Technique in Germany."

2. General Sessions:

   • Morning sessions will be held each day at the Fogg Art Museum.
   • Afternoon sessions will take place in various museums, including the Children's Museum of Boston, the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, the Boston Society of Natural History, and the Cambridge Museum for Children.

3. Children's Museum of Boston:

   • Mildred E. Manon, director of the Children's Museum of Boston, will play a prominent role in the discussions. She is noted as the only woman on the executive council of the association, which is comprised of three members.

4. Highlights:

   • A report by Dr. Harold T. Clark, secretary of the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, on his survey titled "Museum Education for the Blind" will be presented.
   • A section on public relations will be discussed, featuring representatives from several museums who have utilized radio for educational purposes.

The article also mentions a brief note at the top right corner about a Friday evening event where Miss Ethel Dean of the Perser Corporation of New York will describe the process of making "Depthographs," which are described as three-dimensional photographs.

Overall, the image captures a historical account of a significant museum convention in 1932, emphasizing the diverse topics and distinguished speakers involved in the event.

The image is a newspaper clipping from the Christian Science Monitor, dated May 11, 1932. The clipping reports on the upcoming annual meeting of the American Association of Museums, which is to be held at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge. The meeting will feature a variety of speakers and sessions discussing different aspects of museum work, including public relations, industrial art, museum education, and relations with other institutions.

The headline of the clipping reads "MUSEUM WORK LEADERS GATHER FOR CONVENTION," indicating that this is an important gathering of museum professionals. The article provides details about the schedule of the convention, including the names of some of the speakers and the topics they will cover. It also mentions that the convention will include visits to local museums, such as the Museum of Fine Arts, the Boston Society of Natural History, and the Children's Museum of Boston.

The clipping also includes a brief mention of an upcoming lecture by Ethel Dean of the Perser Corporation of New York, who will describe the process of making three-dimensional photographs, also known as "Dephographs." This suggests that the convention will cover a wide range of topics related to museum work and education.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the world of museum professionals in the 1930s and highlights the importance of professional development and networking in the field.