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AAM Statement on the Placing of IMLS Staff on Administrative Leave
For Immediate Release On March 31, the entire Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) staff was placed on administrative leave. Placing the entire staff on administrative leave raises questions as to whether the agency will be able … -
Working Your Core: Core Documents, that is! webinar recording
The five core documents are the foundation of a well-run museum, shaping its values, operations, and long-term success. They’re not just paperwork—they’re a museum’s playbook for making thoughtful decisions, ensuring stability, and staying … -
Message from the President: Serving the Whole Public
This article originally appeared in Museum magazine’s March/April 2025 issue, a benefit of AAM membership. One of the first things you learn when you engage in accessibility work is the importance of humility. To … -
We Can Do Better
Are museums really meeting the needs of the neurodiverse community? This article originally appeared in Museum magazine’s March/April 2025 issue, a benefit of AAM membership. Over the past 20 years, museums have gradually expanded their … -
Growing a Popular Program at The Henry Ford
With its sensory-friendly programming for teens and adults, The Henry Ford is meeting a community need. This article originally appeared in Museum magazine’s March/April 2025 issue, a benefit of AAM membership. “Thanks for your patience … -
Reframing History at the Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt
The Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt National Historic Site now has a disability-affirming interpretation of FDR’s life after polio. This article originally appeared in Museum magazine’s March/April 2025 issue, a benefit of … -
Pushing the Boundaries with The Dot Experience
Solid Light and the American Printing House for the Blind aim to design the most inclusive museum in the world with The Dot Experience. This article originally appeared in Museum magazine’s March/April 2025 issue, a benefit of … -
The Long Game at the Detroit Institute of Arts
The Detroit Institute of Arts’ journey to expand accessibility has been decades-long and is still ongoing. This article originally appeared in Museum magazine’s March/April 2025 issue, a benefit of AAM membership. How does a large … -
What Is Lost and Found in Translation
Two years into his work, an editor at the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago reflects on the institution’s bilingual transformation. This article originally appeared in Museum magazine’s March/April 2025 issue, a benefit of … -
March Advocacy Updates – IMLS Update and Take Action
March 26, 2025 In this Alliance Advocacy Alert: IMLS Update As a follow up to last week’s Advocacy Alert, we wanted to provide you with a few updates and additional ways you can take action. NEW: Representatives Dina Titus (NV-01) and …
Month: March 2025
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