2010 TAM Annual Conference
Exhibitors & Sponsors
2010 TAM Conference Supporters
The Tennessee Association of Museums wishes to thank the following sponsors, exhibitors, and donors for their support of this year’s conference.
50th Anniversary Conference Sponsors
Anchor Trailways & Tours anchortrailways.com
A one-stop source for group motorcoach travel and tours. In operation over twenty years, the company is dedicated to providing the safest group travel available in motorcoach transportation as well as unique tour packages.
MTSU- Center for Historic Preservation mtsuhistpres.org
The Center for Historic Preservation, a research and public service institute at Middle Tennessee State University, works with students, communities, and citizens, to provide heritage development services, assistance, and resources.
Tennessee Dept. of Tourist Development state.tn.us/tourdev
One of the leaders among state organizations in the United States tourism industry, the department's marketing activities promote Tennessee to vacationers in the United States as well as internationally.
March 29-Legislative Reception Sponsors
1220 Displays 1220.com
1220 Exhibits is a nationally recognized leader in the design, fabrication and installation of museum and corporate exhibits. Services include fabrication of scenic and interactive exhibits, as well as artifact mounting and installation. Clients include the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, The National Civil Rights Museum and Bridgestone-Firestone.
Richland Creek Catering Company
Catered Events, private parties and prepared meals.
The Winery at Belle Meade Plantation bellemeadeplantation.com
Tennessee’s newest winery and Nashville’s only winery to date. Wine tastings are available at the Wine Tasting Room seven days a week.
March 30-Opening Luncheon Sponsor
Kem & Marilyn Hinton
In honor of our parents: Jim & Gracye Mabry and the late T. Earl & Nora Hinton and Jim & Grayce Mabry
March 30-Awards Dinner
Sponsored in part by:
Adventure Science Center adventuresci.com
Discover the wonders of science at Adventure Science Center - a world of interactive adventures that inspire imagination and curiosity.
March 31-Keynote Luncheon
Sponsored in part by:
American Association for State & Local History aaslh.org
AASLH provides leadership and support for its members who preserve and interpret state and local history in order to make the past more meaningful to all Americans.
April 1-Closing Luncheon
Sponsored in part by Linda Caldwell
Coffee Break & Cupcake Sponsor
Inter-Museum Council Of Nashville nashvillemuseums.org
ICON is a professional organization committed to encouraging the development and education of Nashville-area museums and cultural institutions.
Conference Exhibitors
Anode/Firesign anode.com firesign.net
Anode has a long history of integrating digital media into museums and cultural institutions across the United States. In 2000, Anode introduced FireSign™ Dynamic Digital Signage as a web-based platform for passive messaging and interactive exhibits. Today, Anode offers a library of touchscreen applications that allow museums to create and update interactive scrapbooks, galleries, wayfinding maps, video jukeboxes and more.
The Donning Company Publisher donning.com
A specialty book of limited-edition commemorative volumes, pictorial histories, and contemporary portraits. Donning limited-edition books are custom tailored to preserve and celebrate your heritage in a beautiful hardcover volume. Each book is created with the highest standards for editorial and design excellence and quality craftsmanship.
The History Workshop thehistoryworkshop.com
The History Workshop offers a wide range of services including interpretive planning, exhibit design and build, website design and development, and educational programs.
Journal Communications Inc journalcommunications.com
A custom magazine media company which produces more than 130 publications for chambers of commerce, destination marketing organizations, associations and corporate clients, both in print and online. Alex Haley, author of Roots, was a founding partner of the company that continues to use his motto: “Find the good – and praise it!”
Lithographics lithographicsinc.com
The winner of “Best of Show” at the Printing Industry Association of the South’s Annual Graphic Awards Competition, Lithographics routinely delivers the highest quality coupled with excellent service. Our niche of brochures, posters, catalogs, magazines, newsletters and other ad pieces is limited only by your imagination.
Mayflower Transit-Charlotte Van & Storage charvan.com
Exhibit and artifact transportation, packing, storage.
MBA Design & Display Products mba-worldwide.com
A modular wall panel system ideal for changing exhibition spaces, multi-purpose areas and traveling exhibits, mila-wall® offers flexible design, ease of installation, efficient storage and reusable inventory.
Miles Media milesmedia.com
A leading publishing partner for destinations, providing integrated online and print solutions.
Stories Past storiespast.com
Works with museums, archaeologists, and non-profits to create engaging interactive content through web sites, installations, and DVD’s.
Conference Advertisers
Emma Email Marketing (Program) myemma.com
The email marketing and communications service that's taken a unique approach to web-based software.
Tuck-Hinton Architects (Tote bags) tuck-hinton.com
Tuck-Hinton Architects has received extensive recognition for the design of successful, efficient, and innovative architectural projects. Their museum projects include the Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum, Frist Center for the Visual Arts, and Adventure Science Center and its new Planetarium. Forthcoming projects include the new Wings of Liberty Museum at Ft. Campbell and the new Museum of African American Music, Art & Culture.
Conference Contributors
Nashville Arts Magazine nashvilleartsmagazine.com
Nashville Retrospective nashvilleretrospect.com
Nashville Convention & Visitors Bureau visitmusiccity.com
Exhibitors
Download the Exhibitor Information and Registration Form. You can also call the TAM phone number 866-390-3638 or email info@tnmuseums.org. The Exhibitor Fee includes business luncheon and evening events for one exhibitor. Additional exhibitors will require additional registration.
2009 TAM Exhibitors
Case Antiques, Inc.
LaPaglia & Associates
Stories Past
The Creative Company
The History Workshop
1220 Exhibits
Sponsorships
Sponsorships for the TAM Annual Meeting are encouraged from any individual or organization interested in providing additional support to TAM. These organizations will be acknowledged in the Conference Program as well as with signage where appropriate. Download Sponsorship Information.
2009 TAM Sponsors & Hosts
Creative Discovery Museum
Chattanooga African American Museum
LaPaglia & Associates
Advertisements
Advertisement space will be available in the annual conference program. The deadline for receipt of ad/art will be the end of February 2009. Digital ads and art can be sent on disc or via email to info@tnmuseums.org. Please have all images as jpeg, tif, or pdf. Payment must accompany the ad/art or be received before the deadline for the advertisement to be listed. Advertisers info and ad rates are included with the Exhibitor informaton.