About Us

The Small Museum Association is an all-volunteer organization serving small museums in the mid-Atlantic region and beyond. SMA's mission is to develop and maintain a peer network among people who work for small museums, giving them opportunities to learn, share knowledge and support one another, so that they, in turn, can better serve their institutions, communities and profession.

On this website, you will find information about SMA, including our annual conference, advocacy efforts, and resources for small museums. We welcome you to join our community as a member and to connect with us on our Facebook page. 

Board Members

President:  Nora Venezky

Vice President:  Jeremy Cleghorn

Treasurer:  Colin Havener

Secretary: Alli Schell

Conference Committee Co-Chair: Alaina McNaughton and Elise Petersen

Members-At-Large:

Conference Committee Members

Conference Committee Co-Chairs: Alaina McNaughton and Elise Petersen
Speaker Coordinators: Hannah Gaston & Jeremy Angstadt
Resource Hall Coordinator: Bianca Barriskill
Conference Registrar: Caitlin Playle
Hotel Coordinator: Amanda Ferrario
Scholarship & Award Coordinator: email

Accessibility Coordinator: Mia Phifer

Silent Auction Coordinator: Carlene Bermann

Welcoming Committee Chair: email

Digital Schedule Coordinator: Anne Comer