The PACRN Project:
Protecting Pennsylvania's Cultural Heritage
2016 Symposium
September 20th, 2016
PEMA Emergency Operations Center, Harrisburg, PA
Join members of the emergency management and cultural heritage communities from across the state to continue the discussion of how to best protect our State’s cultural materials in the event of a disaster. Speakers will include leaders from regional Alliance for Response Networks, representatives from state offices, and experts from the disaster preparedness field.
This symposium offers a unique opportunity to network with state and local partners to better improve your institution’s emergency preparedness, response, and recovery!
Click here to view our detailed agenda of speakers and events!
- Tour the brand new Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) Emergency Operations Center with PEMA Central Area Director, Fred Boylstein.
- Join us for panel discussions with state Cultural Response Team members and regional disaster planning leaders.
- Opportunity for respirator fit testing* and demonstration.
- Lunch will be provided.
*Medical clearance is required for respirator fitting. Contact Samantha at sforsko@ccaha.org for more information.
Please note that cash will not be accepted for payment on the day of the event.
Funded through an Institute of Museum and Library Services National Leadership Grant, the goal of the Pennsylvania Cultural Resilience Network (PaCRN) is to create a strong network and provide resources for effective emergency response and recovery for cultural institutions in Pennsylvania. Training, relationship-building, and Commonwealth-wide policy development will be the primary focus of this two-year initiative.