Preserving America’s Diverse Heritage
January 31 and February 1, 2008
High Museum of Art and Woodruff Arts Center
Atlanta, Georgia

Who may attend “Preserving America’s Diverse Heritage”?
Attendance at the forum is open to interested staff and board members of museums, libraries and archives. Conservation professionals and representatives of funding agencies, national and regional service organizations, and the media are also welcome to attend.

How do I register for the forum?
Use on-line registration available on this site to register by January 15, 2008. There will be no on-site registration.

May I pass this information on to a colleague?
Yes, but each attendee must register individually by January 15.

May I bring a guest to the reception?
Because of space limitations in the Robinson Atrium attendance at the reception is limited to registered participants in the forum.

Is there a registration fee?
No, the forum is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services as part of its Connecting to Collections initiative. We ask that if your plans change after registering and you are not able to attend you let us know immediately by sending an e-mail to katie@cmpinc.net.

I would like to attend the forum but cannot attend the entire program; is it all right if I only come for one day?
The program has been developed as a cohesive sequence. We strongly encourage attendance for both days. If you will only be able to attend one day, please send an e-mail to mdlando@heritagepreservation.org after you register.

What is the schedule for the forum?
Registration opens at 10 a.m. on January 31, and the program begins at 1:30 p.m. The keynote address is at 6:00 p.m. followed by a reception. After a buffet continental breakfast on February 1, the program will run from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. An optional Connections Lab will be held from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. For more detailed information, see the Program.

Where will the forum be held?
Woodruff Arts Center, Rich Theater
1280 Peachtree Street NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
404.733.4200
www.woodruffcenter.org

How can I get to the forum on public transportation or by car?
Please see the Travel information section of this site.

What meals will be provided during the forum?
There will be a substantial reception the night of January 31, and a buffet continental breakfast will be served on February 1. A light lunch will be available for those who choose to stay for the Connections Lab from 1:00 – 3:00 pm.

How can I get more information?
For information about the program and invitation procedures, please contact:

Melissa D’Lando
Heritage Preservation
Phone: 202-233-0800
FAX: 202-233-0807
E-mail: mdlando@heritagepreservation.org

For information about registration and logistics, please contact:

Katie Boone
Capital Meeting Planning, Inc.
Phone: 703-536-4994
FAX: 703-536-4991
E-mail: katie@cmpinc.net