February 6, 2026 10:00 AM to 01:00 PM
Have a creative project you want to showcase online? Join this hands-on bootcamp to kickstart building your own digital exhibition site using Omeka S, a free and open-source web publishing platform designed for creating and managing online archives and exhibits.
In this workshop, we will cover Omeka S fundamentals, including best practices for organizing archival item collections, adding detailed metadata, and setting up a basic website. We will also explore more advanced features like creating interactive elements and using modules to extend your site’s functionality. Whether you come with a project idea or just want to learn the platform, there will be dedicated time to develop your own site with support available throughout the session.
By the end of this bootcamp, you will:
- Learn how to add and manage items in Omeka S
- Understand key features that make digital exhibitions engaging and effective, and have your exhibit reviewed by the instructor.
This session is great for researchers, students, librarians, archivists, artists, and anyone interested in digital storytelling, online archiving, or building accessible web exhibitions! No prior experience with Omeka or web publishing is required.
Details: Any preparatory work for the session can be found on its information page. This workshop will not be recorded.
Facilitator Bio: Subhanya (she/her) brings a background of research in data justice, science and technology studies, and environmental humanities. She is currently thinking through participatory data design which allow for visualizations that are empowering for the end user.
Certificate Eligibility: This workshop is eligible for the Sherman Centre's certificate program. For more information, visit scds.ca/certificate-program. It is also eligible for the Canadian Certificate for Digital Humanities. To learn more, visit ccdhhn.ca or contact scds@mcmaster.ca.
Credit Eligibility: This workshop counts toward credit for students in the Faculty of Science who are enrolled in SCIENCE 2SF1: Digital Skills Workshop. For any questions, please contact oursci@mcmaster.ca.
