I invite you to join us in Toledo, Ohio, for the Annual Meeting of the Council of American Maritime Museums, April 28 - 29, 2014. The annual meeting is a gathering of maritime museum professionals from across the country to discuss and explore the issues of the day.

This year's conference will be hosted by the National Museum of the Great Lakes, formerly the Inland Seas Maritime Museum, in their brand new facility. We will be among the very first to visit this new museum and have an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour.

As we are all aware, maritime museums are a very special type of institution, with rewards and challenges all their own. This is your opportunity to network with colleagues and celebrate our role in preserving maritime heritage.

Take a look at the photos from last year, call up anyone on the Board for more information, visit our website, and make your plans to attend today. 

See you in Toledo!

The Leonard Rennie Fund was established in 1990 by the Council of American Maritime Museums (CAMM) to support the professional development of CAMM institutional members' staff, both paid and volunteer. Each year CAMM offers grants for participation in their annual meeting that enhance the professional qualifications of CAMM members' staff in the fields of maritime preservation and practice. Grants will support 50% of expenses (not to exceed $750 per applicant). The applicant's institution agrees to fund the balance. The funds are limited so apply early!

The travel grant application is available on the website.