Deepen your knowledge of NM history in a course for museum guides

New Mexico History Museum

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 29, 2011

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The New Mexico History Museum will begin a series of weekly classes for museum guides on Tuesdays, 9:30-11:30 am, Sept. 13 through the spring (holidays excepted). Dr. Andrew Leo Lovato, an author of New Mexico history and an associate professor at Santa Fe Community College, will give an overview of the state’s history and offer valuable communication skills for connecting with museum visitors. Numerous guest speakers will address topics of regional history and ways to use the museum’s exhibits, images and artifacts to interact with visitors.

The course is free and takes place in the History Museum’s classroom. Seating is limited; preference is given to people who are or intend to become museum guides. Call Rene Harris at 505-476-5087 for more information or to sign up.