With apologies for cross postings

The 2010 AAO Conference will be held June 16 to 18 at Georgian College in Barrie.  The Conference theme, “From Daguerreotypes to Flickr:  Grappling with the Archival Image in an Era of Technological Change,” was developed by Ellen Scheinberg and the Program Committee.  To see additional details about the program please see  the Call for Proposals.  As details are finalized, updates about the program and local arrangements will be posted to the AAO website, AAOList, ARCAN-L and the AAO Conference Facebook site.

As Chair of the AAO’s 2010 Conference Local Arrangements Committee, I would like to invite everyone to Barrie next June.  “Beautiful Barrie by the Bay” is situated on the shores of Kempenfelt Bay, a mere 90 kms north of Toronto, and is accessible by (private) airplane, boat, bus, car and train.  The workshops and conference sessions will be held at Georgian College, seconds away from the Duckworth Street exit of Highway 400, and a stop on several City transit routes. 

Arrangements have been made for residential accommodation at Georgian Summer Suites.  Each suite contains 2 bedrooms, a bathroom, and small kitchenette.  The AAO Conference rate is $65.00 per suite, per night, and the choice is yours whether or not to have a suite-mate.  There are also a variety of hotels, motels and bed and breakfast accommodations in Barrie and area, as well as the Georgian Green Hostel.

Many people associate the City of Barrie with the drive to their family’s cottage.  In keeping with the relaxed atmosphere of Cottage Country, the Opening Reception will provide you with an opportunity to unwind from your journey and enjoy the company of your colleagues.  It will be held at the Simcoe County Museum, located just outside the City in a beautiful reforestation area. 

While the conference itself runs from June 16 to 18, I encourage you to take some extra time and enjoy the amenities that Barrie and Simcoe County have to offer.  There are countless cultural, natural and recreational attractions, outdoor activities, restaurants, shops and theatres within our borders.  Come for the conference, and “bide a wee” for yourself.

Regards,

Ellen

Ellen Millar, Chair

Local Arrangements Committee

AAO 2010 Conference