Bartow History Museum was presented the Institution of the Year award by GAMG President

Media release: More than 120 museum professionals recently descended upon Baldwin County for the annual meeting of the Georgia Association of Museums and Galleries. They arrived from all regions of the state, from Thomasville to Tunnel Hill. The theme of this year's conference was "Change Happens: How to Survive and Embrace It!" Attendees participated in a variety of sessions and workshops ranging from developing education programs to designing eye-catching exhibits and visiting with vendors whose products and services target the field. The highlight of the week was the annual GAMG Awards Luncheon.

This year the Bartow History Museum was presented the Institution of the Year award by GAMG President Brent Tharp and Award Committee Chair Kathy Dixson.

"We are very pleased to present this award to a very deserving recipient," said GAMG President Brent Tharp. "Our members represent a good cross section of the museums and galleries in Georgia's communities, large and small," he added. "We are happy to honor institutions, staff members, volunteers, patrons, exhibits, and special projects that have excelled in providing inspiring programs and leadership," he concluded.

Trey Gaines, Bartow History Museum director, attended the awards luncheon and accepted the award which reads, "For preserving the 1869 Courthouse and redesigning the exhibits to vibrantly depict the story of Bartow County and northwest Georgia."

The Georgia Association of Museums and Galleries (GAMG) is a private, non-profit statewide organization dedicated to encouraging growth and improving professional practices of museums and non-profit galleries throughout the state. The annual conference is an opportunity for museum professionals, board members, volunteers and supporters to share information and build relationships among museums and galleries throughout the state. The conference is hosted by a different community each year. For more information on the Georgia Association of Museums and Galleries, visit www.gamg.org.