
Learn more about Lunch and Learn: AMERICANAFEST: Becoming a Collector, Curator, and Archivist.
Part of the AmericanaFest lineup, this Lunch and Learn panel delves into the fascinating world of acquiring, preserving, and showcasing music related artifacts at museums, exhibits, and libraries. The discussion offers valuable insights into the multifaceted roles of collectors, curators, and archivists along with providing insights into building your own personal collection. Each panelist will share their perspectives and experiences so that anyone can learn how to create a new collection and donate to an existing institution. For scholars, educators, or individuals that have collections of their own, they’ll get a chance to hear ways to utilize their collections for creative exhibits and future collaborations. Panelists include Dom Flemons, Vania Kinard, Holling Smith-Borne, Dr. Bryan Pierce and Tranae Chatman.