The Texas Historical Commission will host a webinar on Mastering the Art of Oral History Projects: From Planning to Execution. Learn strategies for every stage of the oral history journey, from preparing and interviewing to transcribing and archiving.
Date: Thursday, September 19, 2024
Time: 2 – 3 p.m. CT
Location: Online
From The Texas Historical Commission:
Join seasoned oral historians Mary Closmann Kahle and Jason J. Rivas for a webinar about oral history practices and the collection process.
Mary Closmann Kahle will discuss her projects regarding Austin’s local community history. She’ll share valuable insights into her methods, questions, and, most importantly, the work post-interview.
Jason J. Rivas will discuss the pros and cons of a video oral history. He will also share about unexpected challenges one may face, including how to handle multiple truths that may emerge during interviews.
Register here.
Note: The Texas Historical Commission will host another webinar related to oral history projects on September 24 — Oral History Best Practices and Resources.
