About

Mission: 

The Maryland Museums Association is a volunteer-managed alliance of institutions and individuals that collect, hold, interpret, and protect the material and cultural heritage of the Free State. We advocate for state museum funding, equity in the profession, and authentic interpretation of our shared histories in service of increased cultural understanding.

Vision:

Maryland Museums Association strives to be an active and comprehensive resource for museum advocacy, professional education, and best resource management practices.

Guiding Principles:

• We value the rich and diverse cultural heritage of Maryland and believe it should be supported and funded.

• We recognize the contribution of each museum in the state regardless of size.

• We promote professional education for our members by promoting diverse learning opportunities.