Contributed by Nikita Werner on behalf of Guardian Fine Art Services. Despite preventative conservation and environmental controls, museum collections are subject to agents of deterioration and on occasion, require professional treatment or repair. Sending artwork and cultural objects out to a conservator can be daunting for small and mid-sized museums. […]
Our latest blog post was contributed by Nancy Harmon, co-founder and chief curatorial officer at Encurate. Nancy shares a case study in collaboration where practical technology was used to bring historical context to a science story, featuring two Chicago organizations. In September 2024, The International Museum of Surgical Science (IMSS) […]
Since 2019, AMM has been partnered with HUB International, one of the world’s leading risk management service providers, to provide member museums of all sizes access to individualized insurance programs for their buildings, collections, operations, and more. We were proud to welcome Distinguished Fine Art & Collectibles to the team […]
During our spring mixer in Chicago, hosted by the National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture, we dedicated some of our time together to brainstorming solutions to a common challenge. In this post, we share creative ways that museums can increase audience engagement and visitation and potentially generate new […]
Minnesota, we’ll be heading your way this spring! For our 95th anniversary, the AMM Board challenged #ProudMuseumPeople across the region to a state competition in support of Midwest Museums through gifts to the AMM Annual Fund. The winning state with the highest number of contributions would be the location […]
As we round out our 95th year of service, the AMM Board of Directors invites #ProudMuseumPeople across the region to participate in a friendly state-to-state competition in support of the AMM Annual Fund. Help us set a new annual giving record by making a contribution today! The Annual Fund is […]
By Danaé Wirth, Growth Coordinator for the Goshen Historical Society Museum, with the mission to preserve and share the on-going story of Goshen, Indiana, and one of AMM’s 2023 Solid Light Scholars. Earlier this year our small-town-specific museum was asked what we had to offer for kindergarten-age students. A few […]
Get to know our 2023 AMM Awards recipients – Downer’s Grove Museum, The Bakken Museum, Tricia O’Connor, Eric Pry, and Jessica Spiess – during this year’s virtual award events. During these free virtual programs, you’ll discover the ways our recipients have been innovating and managing change, plus enjoy a little […]
We are pleased to announce the recipients of the 2023 AMM Awards! We look forward to celebrating their tremendous accomplishments during the conference in Indianapolis next week and virtual events to take place this fall. Best Practices Award 1846 Israel and Avis Blodgett House Project Downers Grove Museum Downers Grove, IL On […]
By Nikita Werner, Logistics and Project Manager for Guardian Fine Art Services Museum collections deserve top-quality storage and travel containers. Before engaging with a crate builder, answer the following five questions to ensure you are receiving the right product for your pieces. Every institution wants to provide the best possible […]