Videos tagged with Arsenals of History

This Q&A features Ashley Hlebinsky, curator of the Cody Firearms Museum, discussing the intricacies of firearms curation, museum operations, and historical preservation. Key topics include the challenges of maintaining large collections, navigating legal hurdles like the NFA, and the importance of hands-on experience for curators. Hlebinsky, a leading voice in firearms history, shares insights on preserving irreplaceable artifacts while balancing research and public access.

This video features Logan Metesh of High Caliber History presenting at the Arsenals of History symposium. The presentation, held at the Cody Firearms Museum, focuses on the theme of social media and its impact on firearms museums. Metesh discusses visitor and staff demographics, exploring how today's collectors obtain information and how this influences their interest in historical firearms institutions. The event also touched upon the renovation of the Cody Firearms Museum.

This video covers the 'Arsenals of History' symposium at the Cody Firearms Museum, bringing together museum professionals and academic historians to discuss the opportunities and limitations of firearms collections. Key topics included the ethics of collecting, legal frameworks for museums regarding NFA items, and the historical evolution of firearms and ammunition. The symposium highlighted the unique challenges faced by firearms museums and fostered collaboration among institutions.