2021 Conference
Please note that you do not need to be registered for the NEMA Virtual Conference to attend the following events.
If you are attending the NEMA Virtual Conference you will have access to the following through the conference platform.
Tuesday, November 16
10:00 – 10:30 am
Coffee Meet and Greet with the NEMA Board
Join us for an informal meet and greet with NEMA board members. Get to know our board members, find out what motivates them, and how they contribute to NEMA. What are their backgrounds? What are their interests? What kind of coffee is their favorite? What motivates them to work with NEMA? Bring your questions and sit down with your favorite hot beverage for a pleasant and enlightening conversation.
4:00 – 5:30 pm
Borderland: The Life & Times of Blanche Ames Ames Film Screening
Join us for a screening of Borderland: The Life and Times of Blanche Ames Ames. This film is a deep dive into the fascinating life of Ames and her quest for voter rights and women’s equality. It ties the struggles of her era to today’s political climate where there is much work to be done. The screening will include a post-screening Q&A discussion.
Thursday, November 18
GEMM Meet-Up
What does gender equity in the museum field mean in 2021? Come be part of a conversation with GEMM Steering Committee members Marieke Van Damme and Scarlett Hoey as we have an informal conversation about gender equity, the pandemic, and the museum field. Share your story and experience with others. Strategize on how we can increase equity and inclusivity in museums. Active participation is encouraged and we will be utilizing jamboards for some big picture brainstorming.
4:00 – 5:00 pm
Sweetheart Dancers Film Screening
DER invites you to the virtual screening of our newly released film, Sweetheart Dancers (13 minutes, 2019). Indigenous dancers Sean and Adrian challenge the rulebook of San Manuel's Native American Sweetheart Special as they attempt to compete in the annual couple's competition. The film will be available for conference attendees and members during the NEMA 2021 Conference. Q&A with the film’s director and cast will be hosted online.
Friday, November 19
2021 Annual Meeting
- NEMA Excellence Awards
- NEMA Lifetime Achievement Award celebrating Laura B. Roberts
- Vote for NEMA board and officers
- Vote for updates to NEMA bylaws
- State of the Association remarks
Please note that if you are attending the NEMA Virtual Conference you will have access to the Annual Meeting through the conference platform.