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How Can Museums Empower Communities? TACA Perforum
Category: Center for the Future of Museums BlogLast month I had the honor of speaking on a panel organized by The Arts Community Alliance (TACA) in Dallas, hosted by the Nasher Sculpture Center. Every year TACA brings together speakers … -
March/April 2025 Preview
In this issue: March/April 2025 issue By the Numbers: Museum Accessibility 56% of frequent museum-going households could use additional physical, cognitive, or emotional support for a … -
Increase Engagement & Protect Collections with Visible Storage
Category: Industry AdvertorialAt a time when museum professionals are seeking new and meaningful ways to engage visitors, the concept of visible storage has emerged as a practical way to promote better access while also … -
Weekly Roundup: Museums in the News 2/17/2017
Category: Alliance BlogThis week’s Roundup shares stories about the virtues of complexity, #DayOfFacts, alternate reality in service of accessibility, #Art-Less without immigrants, and some tips for … -
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
General What is the American Alliance of Museums (AAM)? The American Alliance of Museums (AAM) is the only organization representing the entire scope of the museum community. Founded in … -
Collecting Girlhood: Why the new activist museum is virtual
Category: Alliance BlogThe assumption that museums must be permanent buildings with physical collections is no longer sustainable. With decreased funding, increased competition, and the burden of care, museums … -
Collaboration for Community Impact
Category: Museum MagazineAfter Facing Change, four historical societies in the Twin Cities are working together to better engage the African American communities … -
AAM Membership Cards
We’ve updated our membership card system based on your feedback! Digital cards – now instant and always current: Your digital membership card is now available directly in your Member … -
Green Trends in Museum Retail
Category: Alliance BlogAs a seamless extension of the museum experience and a culmination of the exhibitions on view, the museum store is uniquely poised to reinforce an institution’s mission and values. For … -
Designing a Museum Volunteer Program
Introducing a new edition! This toolkit has helped hundreds of museum professionals create successful and sustainable volunteer programs. Now in its second edition, you too can get the …
