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Apply to the Museum Assessment Program

The MAP online application is now open and the deadline is February 1, 2023.

“The Japanese Friendship Garden in San Diego participated in the MAP program in 2007 and 2014. We are grateful to have this program offered to museums. It is the best assessment tool for validating policies and identifying best practices for your institution. Since the completion of the MAP program, we strengthen our operations and deliver more impactful programs.”

Luanne Kanzawa, Executive Director, Japanese Friendship Garden, CA

Museum Assessment Program (MAP) application process:

  1. Confirm your museum is eligible to participate.
  2. Review MAP costs, process and schedule and ensure your museum has the staff time, resources, capacity, and buy-in to undertake a year-long assessment.
  3. Choose your Assessment Type and verify that you meet any special additional eligibility requirements.
  4. Read the Application FAQs and use the links included to download the Sample Application to use for planning and drafting your responses to application questions.
  5. The Application FAQs also include access to the Official Online Application Form. You will enter your contact information and then receive a link to the full online application via email. You will then be able to complete sections of the application, save them, and then return to the application later by clicking the “Save” button at the bottom of each page. By clicking this button, you will be able to save your information and receive a unique link to return to that page in the application later to finish it. After submitting a completed application, you will receive a confirmation email. If you have any difficulties completing the application, please contact MAP staff at map@aam-us.org or 202-289-9118.
  6. Applications will be accepted September 2022 through February 1, 2023.
  7. Look for an email notification of acceptance status 30-45 days after the application deadline.

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