Accreditation & Excellence Programs

Core Document Verification Costs

The museum pays a one-time fee based on its membership status when it submits its application. The full fee is charged regardless of how many documents are initially submitted. A reduced fee is assessed at the five year renewal for those museums who do not go on to become accredited.

Premier and Plus Organizational Members: $495

Essential Organizational Members: $595

Tier 1 (legacy*): $895

Non-members: $895

* Note that AAM is phasing out Tier 1 memberships by 2027, and while some organizations currently have this membership type, it is no longer available for purchase or renewal.

Fees are nonrefundable.

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