Presenters: Laura Davison & Mary Congleton, University of Kentucky Medical Center Library
Power Point of this presentation
I missed the first few minutes of this presentation, but these are the points I took away:
Potential costs to consider (can go higher or lower depending on what you select):
--Banner- $475
--panels-total $650
--header and 3 panels- $375
--lights, computer equipment, printing costs, giveaways
You can apply for a GMR Outreach Express Award to fund the display--even if your library is not an outreach library.
Promotional tricks: handouts and giveaways -- see GMR web site
Promotional materials order form--GMR will give you up to 250 total items
Handouts--good selection at the GMR site (PubMed brochures, NLM fact sheets, etc.)
Check out non-profit web sites: CDC, organizations, etc.
Target audience--"inreach" versus outreach
Message--use NLM's resources; your tax dollars at work
Dealing with difficult personalities--too many magicians can spoil your exhibit
Creative tricks:
-Booth placement (e.g. hallway -- to "snag" attention of passersby)
-Seasonal decorations or theme
-Use what you have