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LinksGranting Organizations Institute for Museums and Library ServicesMichigan Regional and Statewide Organizations Associations and Resources for Museums Arts Midwest Association of African American Museums Association for Living History, Farms, and Agricultural Museums Association of Midwest MuseumsAssociation for Science and Technology Centers Association for Zoos and AquariumsAssessment Programs Conservation Assessment Program Non-Profit Management Johnson Center for Philanthropy Michigan Non-Profit Association | Starting A New MuseumStarting a new museum can be rewarding, but it also comes with challenges. These resources from the American Alliance of Museums (AAM) may be a helpful starting point: MMA Lending LibraryMMA donated its Lending Library to the Historic Preservation Program at Eastern Michigan University in 2010. All of the titles are available via your local public library with a MELCat request. Connecting to Collections in MichiganSeveral years ago, Michigan Museums Association received an IMLS (Institute for Museum & Library Service) grant so that we could assess the state of Michigan’s collections in museums and libraries. Surveys were sent to over 1000 libraries and museums asking questions about how collections are cared for and managed. This pdf is a summary report of the responses from respondents regarding their collections successes and challenges. This grant was generously supported by Michigan Council for Arts & Cultural Affairs (MCACA), IMLS, and Johnson Center for Philanthropy at Grand Valley State University.
Deaccessioning ResourcesDeaccessioning is the act of permanently removing an object from the collection. It is the opposite of accessioning. Deaccessioning is acceptable as long as it done legally, ethically and follows museum standards and best practices. In order to be good stewards of collections, deaccessioning is essential.
The Museum Disposition of Property Act Additional ResourcesAn Arts Field Guide to Federal Disaster Relief Market Analysis and Opportunity Assessment Of Museum Capacity Building Programs Report Connecting to Collections Care IMPACT STUDY: The EFFECTS of FACILITATED SINGLE-VISIT ART MUSEUM PROGRAMS on STUDENTS GRADES 4-6 Kutsche Office of Local History at Grand Valley State University |
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