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Futurists use a cross-disciplinary approach to view the present as a window to possible outcomes by imagining potential trends and developments in society. Critical consideration of the future allows us to make better decisions and take more deliberate
actions. As museums, we sometimes divorce material culture, objects, and art from the context in which they were produced. Recovering missing stories, mining collections and archives for new perspectives, and involving our communities is necessary
work as we head toward a future that is neither fixed nor singular. While strategic planning and mission statements drive our daily work, how are we utilizing the past and the present to inform the future trajectory of our efforts? How are we critically
and deliberately anticipating, redefining, and fulfilling our communities’ cultural needs? How are we using what we know about our audiences and our communities to include their voices and remain relevant and responsive?
 Program BookRead through the program, start making your plans, and register for the conference today! Click on image to open program book.
Click here for links to attend sessions online or view recordings.
Utah Museums Association and Utah Division of State History are pleased to partner to collaboratively present this year’s museum and history conferences. Whether you join us for the three-day museum conference (October 24-26) or for the one-day history conference (October 26) or both, we are so excited to see you all in person this year in Provo.
We are thrilled to share space and programming with our colleagues in the history and museum fields this year and we look forward to public historians, museum professionals, historical societies, scholars, and students joining us as the Utah State Historical Society commemorates its 70th annual meeting and Utah Museums Association commemorates its 50th anniversary of bringing our community together.
Combined conference details and FAQs.
Registration includes all sessions, opening reception on October 24, lunch and dinner on October 25, and lunch on October 26. No refunds will be given after August 31, 2022 however registration can be transferred to a colleague at no charge. The fee to attend either in person or virtually is the same. During the registration process you will select how you plan to attend. If your plans change, you can update your registration or contact Ruth White.
If you are a current UMA Members please make sure you are logged into your individual account to access the UMA member rates. If your organization is a member but you do not yet have an account please contact Ruth White. If you or your organization are not yet members please consider joining (find out more about membership levels and benefits).
Early Bird Registration [extended through September 16, 2022] $185 UMA Member $150 UMA Member Student $240 General $205 Student
Registration [September 17 - September 30, 2022] $195 UMA Member $160 UMA Member Student $250 General $215 Student
Late Registration [October 1 - Oct 24, 2022] $215 UMA Member $180 UMA Member Student $270 General $235 Student
UMA Members are eligible for discounted registration (find out more about membership).
Conference attendees may choose to bring a guest to the Opening Reception or Thursday Dinner. This requires a separate ticket. A limited number of guest tickets will be available. If you would like to purchase a guest ticket please contact
Ruth White.
Opening Reception Guest: $25 Awards Dinner Guest: $40
Conference Scholarships Through the generosity of the Utah Division of Arts & Museums Office of Museum Services with funding from the State of Utah we are able to offer a number of scholarships to the 2021 UMA Conference. Scholarship applications will be accepted August 15-29, 2022. Applicants will be notified of award status by August 31. APPLY FOR A SCHOLARSHIP Museum Leadership Lunch
Pre-registration is required. Ticket cost: $45 UMA Member | $65 General Join us for the annual UMA Museum Leadership Lunch. This event is open to all in leadership positions at Utah museums and offers the opportunity to network with colleagues from around the state. While this event is held in conjunction with the Annual Conference it requires a separate registration. PURCHASE TICKETS HERE.
Volunteer at the Conference
Volunteering at the conference is a great opportunity to attend the conference in exchange for your service. SIGN UP TO BE A VOLUNTEER HERE. Volunteers who sign up for at least 10 hours of services will be given complimentary registration for the conference.
Silent Auction
Each year UMA hosts a fundraising silent auction in conjunction with our annual conference. All proceeds support programs that help build the capacity for museums across our state. Please consider donating an item to the silent auction and come
to the conference ready to bid!
Donate an item to the silent auction | Bid on items [link will go live October 1]
Conference Venue
Provo Marriott Hotel & Conference Center
101 W 100 N Provo, UT 84601 Conference Hotel
Provo Marriott Hotel & Conference Center
101 W 100 N Provo, UT 84601 We have arranged for a block of rooms at the conference rate of $129 + taxes per night. Reservations must be made by October 3, 2022. Book your reservation online here. If you have any questions about lodging or have difficulties reserving a room please contact Ruth White.
Annual Awards
Each year the Utah Museums Association presents awards to honor individuals or organizations who have made significant contributions to Utah Museums. Awards will be presented at the Awards Dinner on October 25.
Health and Safety Protocols UMA strongly encourages all attendees to to be fully vaccinated before attending UMA events. The CDC notes that being vaccinated greatly reduces your likelihood of contracting or transmitting the COVID-19 virus. Vaccination maintains your own health and safety, and reduces transmission rates within spaces and at events. For information on vaccination and testing, please visit: coronavirus.utah.gov.
If you have any questions please email Ruth White directly. The Utah Museums Association gratefully acknowledges conference support from our partners.
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