Below are a number of reference articles, weblink compliations, etc. on topics of interest to the museum field. Some of this information previously appeared in the UHA newsletter, Upstate News; some information is taken from our workshops & programs; and others were created exclusively for this website. We will continue to add content to this page-- so check back often for more resources. Have a topic or subject you'd like to see covered? Contact UHA with your suggestions.

Document Based Questions (DBQs) Resource Page includes basic information on this teaching tool, as well as an extensive compilation of sites devoted to DBQs

Museum Education Weblinks a compilation of links to museum education, curriculum, and classroom learning websites

Small Museum Shops 101 by Beverly Bridger, provides tips for and insights into running a successful gift shop at your museum or historic site.

To Buy or Not To Buy: Purchasing Collections for Small Museums discusses the advantages and pitfalls of purchasing items for an organization's permanent collection.

Working with Donors & Tax Deductible Contributions an article about issues related to tax deductible contributions to museums and other non-profit organizations.

Upstate/Downstate Museum Educators Exchange Educator Reports
The Upstate/Downstate Museum Educators Exchange, supported by a grant from the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA), allowed educators from UHA’s 35 county region and members of NYCMER in the New York metropolitan area to spend a week at a partner institution studying and observing programs and interacting with staff.

In addition to our on-line resources, UHA has an extensive collection of resource files in our office on subjects such as collections management, administration, archives, education, exhibitions, accessibility, historic houses, topical bibliographies, etc. Contact UHA at info@upstatehistory.org or (800) 895-1648 with your reference questions. We are here to help! You may also want to check out our lending library for additional assistance and information.