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Author:Hope Stewart

Reflection: Why We Think Historic Sites Will Survive COVID-19

This weekend, many will be observing Easter, which represents a celebration of rebirth. In a way, our heritage sites will also experience a "rebirth" when they are able to open again to the public. Yesterday in our blog post, Webinar Notes: Historic Sites and COVID-19, we outlined some of the ways that historic sites can currently adapt to present circumstances while also preparing for the future. In keeping with this weekend’s theme of hope, our staff brainstormed some ideas we wanted to share, about the reasons we believe historic sites are...

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Webinar Notes: Historic Sites and COVID-19

As we discussed in a previous blog post on COVID-19 Webinars for Nonprofits, webinars are an easy way to stay informed and educated while working from home. Four Rivers staff recently participated in an American Association for State and Local History (AASLH) Webinar on “Historic Sites and COVID-19,” which included a discussion about the unique challenges the coronavirus pandemic poses for historic sites across the county. Speakers offered ideas about how historic sites can best fulfill their mission, support their staff and volunteers, and serve their communities during our present...

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Telling Your Story During COVID-19

As we are experiencing this significant moment in time, one productive coping mechanism during the COVID-19 pandemic is to keep a record of our thoughts, emotions, and daily occurrences. What is happening today will someday be taught as history, and we all have a story to tell. Below are examples of ways for you to tell your COVID-19 story.  Tell someone your story Email the Maryland Historical Society Maryland Historical Society (MdHS) has launched a new initiative called Collecting in Quarantine and they invite you to participate. How is the novel coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic...

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Explore the Maryland Heritage Areas – Virtually!

Did you know the Four Rivers Heritage Area is just one of the 13 heritage areas in Maryland? Our heritage areas are locally-designated and State-certified regions where public and private partners make commitments to preserving historical, cultural, and natural resources for sustainable economic development through heritage tourism. Learn more about how heritage areas drive economic support to our state, then virtually visit the other 12 heritage areas by clicking on the heritage area name to access their website, YouTube or Facebook site.   Anacostia Trails Heritage Area/Maryland Milestones Maryland Milestones highlights the...

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Virtual Events for Engagement
Apr 03 2020

Why Hold a Virtual Event for Your Nonprofit? They Can Help!

While practicing social distancing has meant canceling events for the foreseeable future, some nonprofits have begun to embrace the new trend of hosting virtual events. In a previous blog post, we shared with you a list of COVID-19 Webinars for Nonprofits, including one from Bloomerang on How to Run an Online Event And Engage More People Virtually. That webinar helped provide us with some of the following takeaways. Here’s 10 reasons why virtual events can support your mission by engaging donors and expanding your outreach. 1.       Virtual events broaden awareness of your nonprofit....

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Free Remote Software for Nonprofits During COVID-19

With most of us working from home, we’re relying on new ways to communicate, connect, and manage our work. Looking for applications beyond Zoom? Here are some software programs developed to help organizations remain efficient while operating remotely. These resources are currently available for free and will remains so throughout the anticipated duration of the COVID-19 pandemic, making them options for nonprofits. An important note - this list does NOT imply an endorsement by Four Rivers, but we wanted to be sure you were aware of these products should they meet...

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Continue Virtual Exploring with YouTube

In a previous blog post we introduced you to some Virtual Tours of Annapolis and Anne Arundel Heritage Sites. But there’s always more to experience! What better way to further virtually explore our local heritage sites than through YouTube. We collected a list of sites with official YouTube channels below, so you can keep exploring the Four Rivers Heritage Area. Click the site's name to access their YouTube channel, even ours! Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park The maritime heritage exhibits, environmental education programs, and engaging community events held at the McNasby Campus...

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COVID-19 Webinars for Nonprofits

These are unprecedented times. Nonprofits - dependent on membership, donations, and government grants - can be particularly vulnerable during periods of social and economic hardship, even as our missions remain as important as ever. Even though the COVID-19 pandemic is fairly recent, a wealth of guidance and resources has been developed for the nonprofit community. Below are a variety of free recorded webinars shared by organizations around the country. Click the title to access each webinar.  Explore some of these ideas as you work to create new strategies for your...

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survey
Mar 27 2020

Take a Small Survey, Make a Big Impact

Looking for a quick way to make a difference? Below, find four surveys for different audiences that are intended to utilize collected information to find the best way to support arts nonprofits, heritage sites, small businesses, and others during and after this pandemic. Take a moment to check the details, fill out a survey, and help guide our community’s crisis response. Maryland Heritage Areas Program COVID-19 Impacts on Maryland's Cultural Heritage Organizations The Maryland Heritage Areas Program and MHT are seeking information about the economic and human impacts of the current health crisis – the...

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