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September  5, 2025 






September Webinar

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Preserving the Greatest Generation: World War II Genealogy at National Museum of the Pacific War

Tuesday, September 16 at 2 p.m. CT

Courtney Carr - WWII Veterans Legacy Programs Manager, National Museum of the Pacific War

Preserving the Greatest Generation: World War II Genealogy at National Museum of the Pacific War

Museums can play a vital role in their communities by offering genealogy programs to preserve the stories of past generations.

Courtney Carr, WWII Veterans Legacy Programs Manager, at National Museum of the Pacific War [ [link removed] ] in Fredericksburg, Texas, will introduce the Society of Sons and Daughter of WWII Veterans. [ [link removed] ]

This genealogy focused membership initiative honors, preserves, and shares the stories of America’s “Greatest Generation.” The program provides descendants an opportunity to connect to other families while also documenting their loved one’s lived experiences for future generations.

Courtney is an enthusiastic public historian who holds a MA in Public History from Arizona State University. She has extensive leadership experience in museums, nonprofit management, and served in the U.S. Navy for 12 years.



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LEAD: Leadership, Engagement, and Development Introduction Graphic

*Goals of LEAD:*

Enhance Leadership and Governance in Small Rural History Museums 
(big museums benefit too!) 
Create a "Can Do" Culture
Help with Future Planning
Promote Community Engagement

The following webinars are part of a collaborative project between Texas Association of Museums (TAM) [ [link removed] ], Texas Plains Trail Region [ [link removed] ], and Texas Historical Commission's Museum Services [ [link removed] ]. 

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This project is supported by the Summerlee Foundation [ [link removed] ]. Founded in 1988, The Summerlee Foundation is a mission-driven, proactive organization dedicated to the support of animal protection and the preservation of Texas history.

This program is also supported by Humanities Texas [ [link removed] ], the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this workshop do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities.

Leading with Purpose: Governance and Sustainability webinar announcement
Thursday, September 18 at 10 a.m. CT 

Dr. Bob Beatty - The Lyndhurst Group
Brittany Petrilli - Texas Association of Museums 
Allison Kendrick - Texas Plains Trail Region

Image of three people Bob Beatty, Brittany Petrilli, Allison Kendrick presenters for webinar

Strong leadership starts with clarity, confidence, and a shared vision. This webinar empowers museum leaders—both staff and board—to understand their roles to make a lasting impact. It explores the core responsibilities of board service—the duty of care, loyalty, and obedience—and how to apply them to real-world practice.

Presenter, Dr. Bob Beatty, explores the difference between management (mission fulfillment) and governance (strategic vision) and how to foster collaborative leadership. Attendees will gain a practical framework for strengthening oversight, supporting sustainability, and leading with purpose, always keeping the museum’s mission at the heart of decision-making.

Dr. Beatty brings three decades of experience guiding museums and institutions of all sizes in strategic planning and sustainable operations. He’s served in senior leadership roles with American Association for State and Local History, directed professional development initiatives, and collaborated extensively with small museums. Dr. Beatty is the principal of The Lyndhurst Group, [ [link removed] ] a museum consulting firm, providing community-focused engagement strategies for institutional planning, organizational assessments, and interpretive direction.

Brittany Petrilli, Executive Director of TAM, and Allison Kendrick, Executive Director of the Texas Plains Trail Region [ [link removed] ], will share a bit about their organizations. 



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Beyond the Bylaws: Making Boards Work graphic with images of Lindsay Adams and Barbara Leggett
Wednesday, October 22 at 10 a.m. CT

Lindsay Adams - Site Manager at Goodnight Ranch State Historic Site 
Barbara Leggett - Nonprofit Consultant and Executive Coach with Leggett Consulting, LLC

Lindsay Adams on left and Barbara Leggett on right

Strong bylaws and solid policies are essential for a well-run nonprofit board, but great boards also thrive on healthy, positive group dynamics. Nonprofit board members are extraordinary people, they’re driven to make a difference, give back, and create positive change. This webinar will help you harness those strengths while tackling real-world challenges to help your board lead effectively.

Lindsay Adams, historic site director, along with Barbara Leggett, nonprofit consultant and executive coach, will address three key areas that shape board dynamics: fostering net positivity, dispelling limiting beliefs, and engaging in healthy confrontation.

You’ll leave with practical strategies to make your board stronger, happier, and better equipped to help your museum or historic site reach its full potential. Presenters will combine core principles with tailored solutions to address the board issues you share upon registration.



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*All webinars are free but pre-registration is required.*

*All registrants receive a link to the webinar's recording.*

* If you have a topic you'd like to present, then let's chat!*

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About Us

The Texas Historical Commission’s Museum Services [ [link removed] ] Program provides support, resources, and training to history museums in Texas. Museum Services staff are available to provide individual consultations to museum staff and supporters. We encourage museums to contact us <[email protected]> with questions or to schedule a phone consultation.

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