Florida Association of Museums Foundation
Annual Conference and Exposition

The Florida Association of Museums meets once a year to share best practices, learn about new trends in the museum field, foster collaborations among member organizations, and provide hands-on learning experiences for museum professionals. The conference is held in September, and moves to a different city each year.

The conference begins with pre-conference workshops, often held at museums in the host city, providing attendees with behind-the-scene knowledge of how other museums work. Keynote speakers bring a national perspective. Two and a half days of sessions provide opportunities for professionals from around the state to present information about the work they are doing, and to learn from each other. Most sessions are interactive with ample opportunity to have questions answered.

Evening events are hosted by the region’s museums and include visits to area museums where participants enjoy great food, and the opportunity to view exhibitions and permanent installations. The Expo Hall provides additional opportunities to identify tools, trends, and techniques.

The next conference:

September 22-25, 2009

Ritz-Carlton Sarasota ($115 rate + $10 valet parking fee)
- Weathering the Storm, Together -

For reservations:

Call 800-241-3333 and mention the Florida Association of Museums.

Visit www.ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties/Sarasota/

put in your dates, click on optional information and enter group code: amuamua.

Deadline for the special rate is AUGUST 21, 2009.

Session Proposal Form

Registration Information

Registration Form

Exposition Registration and Sponsorship Information

Awards Competition Nomination Form  (.PDF)  (.DOC)

Nominations are now being accepted for the Annual Museum Service Award Program sponsored by the Florida Association of Museums. The purpose of the FAM Awards Program is to recognize outstanding contributions to the museum profession in the State of Florida.