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06/04/2026

500+ nesting doll sets. One collector. Zero chaos. 🪆

Mary Vretas's impressive archive spans Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, Poland, Turkey, China, and more. And behind every doll is a full cycle of hunting, researching, measuring, photographing, and cataloging.

She uses CatalogIt to document it: research notes, photos, measurements, and the stories behind each piece. “What appears at first glance to be a collection of painted wooden dolls is also a record of changing artistic styles, workshop traditions, cultural influences, and historical periods across Eastern Europe.”

Many thanks to Mary for sharing this incredible look into the archive. To explore it yourself, check out Mary’s browsable collection on the CatalogIt HUB! https://hub.catalogit.app/mvretasmatryoshkaarchive

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05/26/2026

Exciting news for aviation history fans! The British Columbia Aviation Museum has acquired a de Havilland Vampire: Canada's first fighter jet, a Blue Devils demo team veteran, and a former aircraft in John Travolta's collection. 🛩️

This Cold War-era jet served with 442 Squadron in Vancouver from 1948-1958 before becoming one of the most storied private aircraft in Canadian aviation history. It's now headed to North Saanich to join the museum's remarkable collection.

Congratulations to our client, the BC Aviation Museum, on this incredible addition!

The Cold War-era de Havilland Vampire, Canada’s first fighter jet and part of the Blue Devils acrobatic team, will be a feature attraction at the B.C. Aviation Museum.

05/20/2026

"We don't want to keep things hidden away. This is your collection. We're just keeping it for you."

We love how the Fredericksburg Area Museum thinks about collections as living, community-driven resources. Their Curator of Collections, Kylie Thomson, answers questions about the collection on her phone at community events, welcomes college students to catalog 700+ historic photographs, and has been gearing up for a major U.S. 250th anniversary exhibit that's now open.

Read more at the link below!

Discover how the Fredericksburg Area Museum is transforming its collections into a living, community-driven resource: engaging students, sparking local connections, and preparing for major milestones with CatalogIt.

05/07/2026

A little sunshine for your feed ☀️🌺

Today’s HUB Spotlight features “Yellow Hibiscus and Lace Blossom,” a vibrant oil painting created by May (Francis) Heath in 1956, from the Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society on the CatalogIt HUB.

Explore more of their collection here! https://hub.catalogit.app/saugatuck-douglas-historical-society

04/21/2026

keeps delivering! Last night's reception was hosted by the International Museum of Art & Science in McAllen, TX, and our Fo-founder, Dan, was there to take it all in.

Dan had the pleasure of connecting with Marcelo Ramirez, Curator at IMAS. We're proud to count such an incredible institution among our clients! 🙌

04/20/2026

Our Co-founder, Dan, is at the Texas Association of Museums conference this week, and what a start! 🎉 Last night, the Museum of South Texas History in Edinburgh, TX hosted the opening reception, and it did not disappoint. Great food and music, and a wonderful showcase of the deep history of South Texas.

Dan got to connect with Dr. Francisco Guajardo, CEO of MOST History—and one of our fantastic CatalogIt clients! It's always a pleasure seeing the incredible work our museum partners are doing. 🏛️

04/19/2026

We’re keeping the momentum going! Next stop: Ohio Museums Association's 2026 Annual Conference in Columbus, OH. Stop by our booth on Monday to chat with Brittany, Museum & Collections Specialist, and learn how CatalogIt supports your team behind the scenes—without the headaches. See you soon! 👋

04/18/2026

Still on our minds: what collection stewardship looks like in moments of crisis.

Our recent case study about The Gamble House offers a close look at how their team responded during the Eaton Fire last year, balancing urgency, coordination, and care for historic collections. It’s a meaningful example of how preparation and the right tool can make a real difference in high-stakes situations. Read the full story below!

When the 2025 Eaton Fire threatened Pasadena, the Gamble House team used careful planning and CatalogIt to quickly evacuate and track key objects, protecting a century of art and history while supporting their community during the crisis.

04/16/2026

We’re headed back on the road! Next stop: McAllen and the Rio Grande Valley for the Texas Association of Museums 2026 Annual Conference. Stop by to chat with our Co-Founder, Dan, and discover the CMS your staff will actually want to use. See you there? 😉