Ologies with Alie Ward Museology (MUSEUMS) Encore in Memory of Ronnie Cline
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Aug 28, 2024 In a heartfelt encore, Ronnie Cline, a beloved museologist who managed over 30,000 artifacts across 22 California State Park Museums, shares his passion for museums. He discusses the real-life magic and myths of museum curation, including engaging anecdotes about vintage artifacts and the life of Jack London. Ronnie reflects on the importance of inclusivity in interpreting history and reveals the delightful quirks of museum life, even diving into ghostly encounters. Join in as they explore the sensory joys and mysteries of cultural heritage!
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Museum Mishap
- Alie Ward accidentally marked a 16th-century Dutch painting with a pen.
- Ronnie Cline reassured her a conservator could fix it, though the original art is technically ruined.
Hidden Collections
- Museums display only a fraction of their collections.
- Most items are stored for preservation and research purposes, accessible upon request.
Disaster Preparedness
- Prepare a disaster preparedness plan, including a laminated list of items to evacuate first.
- Getting things out is quick, but organizing and returning them takes much longer.
