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"MAP has spurred us to reinvigorate our collections policies, given us ammunition for governing support and helped us reshape our future."—Sue Grosboll, director, University of Northern Iowa Museum & Collections

Since 1981, the Museum Assessment Program (MAP) has helped museums maintain and improve operations through a confidential, consultative process.  We provide guidance in meeting priorities and goals and understanding how your museum compares to standards and best practices. Participating in MAP can help:
  • prioritize goals so you can allocate resources wisely,
  • document your needs so that you can make a stronger case to funders,
  • provide recommendations on ways to become an even stronger institution.

In less than a year, your museum can complete a self-study, have a site visit by a peer reviewer and begin implementing recommendations. For those applying for the December 1st deadline, you will receive additional benefits, including an online community, MAP bookshelf and access to the AAM Information Center and Museum Essentials webinar series.


Apply Today.


Learn more about:

Did your museum participate in MAP? Share your impact story with your legislators here.

Have any questions or concerns? Contact MAP!

Resources for Current Peer Reviewers.


MAP has two deadlines: July 1 or Dec. 1.

Apply Today.


List of Current and Previous MAP Participants
Since 1981, MAP has served over 4,300 museums.
Click here for the current group of participants.
All past participants can be found here.


Impact of MAP
Find out more by reading about past participants
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