Hi,
As we have to book a venue far in advance are there views on what Autumn 2012 dates (August through to November) would be best for our second GLAMWIKI conference (hopefully the main global conference for 2012)?
We have an very kind offer, from one of our top partners, the British Library to host for free during the Autumn period, though this would have to span Friday through to Monday (presumably we would go for a Friday and Saturday again). We have yet to get feedback from other Chapters if another country were very keen to play host but I think the UK is in a good position with our pretty active GLAM programme and we are pushing for more inter-chapter initiatives. Once we have some nominal dates I can then try to stake our claim for another GLAMWIKI with the wider community.
Thanks, Fae -- http://enwp.org/user_talk:fae Guide to email tags: http://j.mp/faetags
I'd avoid the first half of August 2012, we have some sort of sporting thing in London and visitors might have difficulty with flights and hotels.
You might consider September 29/30 - outside the school holidays and as the fifth weekend in September it neatly avoids clashing with any regular 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th weekend fixtures.
WSC
On 19 September 2011 16:26, Fae faenwp@gmail.com wrote:
Hi,
As we have to book a venue far in advance are there views on what Autumn 2012 dates (August through to November) would be best for our second GLAMWIKI conference (hopefully the main global conference for 2012)?
We have an very kind offer, from one of our top partners, the British Library to host for free during the Autumn period, though this would have to span Friday through to Monday (presumably we would go for a Friday and Saturday again). We have yet to get feedback from other Chapters if another country were very keen to play host but I think the UK is in a good position with our pretty active GLAM programme and we are pushing for more inter-chapter initiatives. Once we have some nominal dates I can then try to stake our claim for another GLAMWIKI with the wider community.
Thanks, Fae -- http://enwp.org/user_talk:fae Guide to email tags: http://j.mp/faetags
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On 19 September 2011 16:26, Fae faenwp@gmail.com wrote:
Hi,
As we have to book a venue far in advance are there views on what Autumn 2012 dates (August through to November) would be best for our second GLAMWIKI conference (hopefully the main global conference for 2012)?
We have an very kind offer, from one of our top partners, the British Library to host for free during the Autumn period, though this would have to span Friday through to Monday (presumably we would go for a Friday and Saturday again). We have yet to get feedback from other Chapters if another country were very keen to play host but I think the UK is in a good position with our pretty active GLAM programme and we are pushing for more inter-chapter initiatives. Once we have some nominal dates I can then try to stake our claim for another GLAMWIKI with the wider community.
Thanks, Fae -- http://enwp.org/user_talk:fae Guide to email tags: http://j.mp/faetags
British Library's photography policy may be a problem.
On 22 September 2011 20:59, geni geniice@gmail.com wrote:
On 19 September 2011 16:26, Fae faenwp@gmail.com wrote:
Hi,
As we have to book a venue far in advance are there views on what Autumn 2012 dates (August through to November) would be best for our second GLAMWIKI conference (hopefully the main global conference for 2012)?
We have an very kind offer, from one of our top partners, the British Library to host for free during the Autumn period, though this would have to span Friday through to Monday (presumably we would go for a Friday and Saturday again). We have yet to get feedback from other Chapters if another country were very keen to play host but I think the UK is in a good position with our pretty active GLAM programme and we are pushing for more inter-chapter initiatives. Once we have some nominal dates I can then try to stake our claim for another GLAMWIKI with the wider community.
Thanks, Fae -- http://enwp.org/user_talk:fae Guide to email tags: http://j.mp/faetags
British Library's photography policy may be a problem.
What photography policy? Surely they don't ban photography in the conference centre?
On 22 September 2011 21:13, Thomas Dalton thomas.dalton@gmail.com wrote:
What photography policy? Surely they don't ban photography in the conference centre?
Not that I'm aware of but you can't keep Wikipedians in the conference center at all times. I admit that during the last GLAM conference the only photo that I took that has been uploaded is http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:AHOTWgold_lama.JPG but wikipedians do like taking photos of things and taking photos of things is a big part of our dealings with GLAMs.
On 22 September 2011 21:37, geni geniice@gmail.com wrote:
On 22 September 2011 21:13, Thomas Dalton thomas.dalton@gmail.com wrote:
What photography policy? Surely they don't ban photography in the conference centre?
Not that I'm aware of but you can't keep Wikipedians in the conference center at all times. I admit that during the last GLAM conference the only photo that I took that has been uploaded is http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:AHOTWgold_lama.JPG but wikipedians do like taking photos of things and taking photos of things is a big part of our dealings with GLAMs.
I really can't see a problem. I think Wikipedians are capable of understanding rules about where you can and can't take photos.
On 22 September 2011 21:42, Thomas Dalton thomas.dalton@gmail.com wrote:
I really can't see a problem. I think Wikipedians are capable of understanding rules about where you can and can't take photos.
We have quite a number of photos that suggest otherwise. For example photography is banned in HMS Victory:
http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Commemorative_plaque_aboard_HMS_Victo... http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Batterie_inf%C3%A9rieure_-_Victory.jp...
and of course they threw Liam out for taking pics.
AFAI Knew, photography is forbidden on Victory only within the Shrine to Nelson - I've taken photographs openly in front of crew members and not been stopped.
-----Original Message----- From: wikimediauk-l-bounces@lists.wikimedia.org [mailto:wikimediauk-l-bounces@lists.wikimedia.org] On Behalf Of geni Sent: 22 September 2011 21:56 To: wikimediauk-l@lists.wikimedia.org Subject: Re: [Wikimediauk-l] Question: Dates for GLAMWIKI 2012 ?
On 22 September 2011 21:42, Thomas Dalton thomas.dalton@gmail.com wrote:
I really can't see a problem. I think Wikipedians are capable of understanding rules about where you can and can't take photos.
We have quite a number of photos that suggest otherwise. For example photography is banned in HMS Victory:
http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Commemorative_plaque_aboard_HMS_Victo ry_-_geograph.org.uk_-_648677.jpg http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Batterie_inf%C3%A9rieure_-_Victory.jp...
and of course they threw Liam out for taking pics.
Just to clarify, I have never had any problem taking photographs in the BL of non-exhibition items. For example the statues, tapestries and paintings in the Foyer and main public spaces, the building itself and artefacts on long term display (such as the Perkins D cylinder press). Objects such as the philatelic collections on public display next to the cafe have specific signs asking you to not take photographs (due to light sensitivity and because some of the artefacts are not out of copyright).
Examples: * http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:British_Library_Philatelic_Collection... * http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:British_Library_book_transport.jpg * http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:British_Library_artworks_on_displ... * http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:Sculptures_in_the_British_Library
Of course, if I were challenged I would follow the advice given, though as with any institution individual security guards or other staff can make mistakes and might not be all that clear as to how to interpret the official policy.
Cheers, Fae -- http://enwp.org/user_talk:fae Guide to email tags: http://j.mp/faetags
Photography in general spaces is fine in the BL and their conference centre. They only have concerns for special exhibitions and the reading rooms. The GLAMwiki conference would not be about BL artefacts so I cannot see this as a major obstacle; unless we want to be a bit pointy and refuse a free host because we would like their policy to improve. I would be happy for offers of help to find alternative hosts of a similar reputation if we can get them for free.
Cheers, Fae -- http://enwp.org/user_talk:fae Guide to email tags: http://j.mp/faetags
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