Directory of State Associations Resources

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Features sites of state level museum associations and organizations within the United States.

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• Arkansas Museums Association

  http://www.armusa.org/
  Dedicated to promotion of professional standards in the state's museums. Includes details of services, memberships, a directory of members, meeting minutes, a scholarship application and links to member museums. Located in Little Rock.

• Association of Indiana Museums

  http://www.indianamuseums.org/
  Provides a mission statement, member benefits, a membership form, events, news, details of seminars and workshops and a job bank. Located in Indianapolis.

• Association of South Dakota Museums

  http://www.sdmuseums.org/
  Dedicated to preserving, interpreting and disseminating the unique and ever-changing cultural heritage within the state. Includes directory of museums, services provided, membership details, workshops and events.

• California Association of Museums

  http://www.calmuseums.org/
  Non-profit service organization formed to represent the interests of California museums. Includes archives, workshops, directories of individual and institutional members, a job directory, and membership details. Located in Santa Cruz.

• Florida Association of Museums

  http://www.flamuseums.org/
  Organization of Florida museums providing educational and networking opportunities.

• Georgia Association of Museums & Galleries

  http://www.gamg.org/
  Contains events, membership information, a directory of state museums and job opportunities. Located in Atlanta.

• Hawaii Museums Association

  http://www.hawaiimuseums.org/
  Information on museums and cultural attractions in Hawaii. Also features an on-line forum, job listings directory, publications, events, and annual conference.

• Illinois Association of Museums

  http://www.illinoismuseums.org/
  Independent statewide organization formed to facilitate the exchange of ideas and methods among member organizations. Includes events calendar, directory, job opportunities, publications, lending library and membership details.

• Iowa Museum Association

  http://www.iowamuseums.org/
  Dedicated to promoting museums within the state as centers for preserving, interpreting and understanding of the natural and cultural heritage. Includes directory, links, membership and contact forms.

• Kansas Museums Association

  http://www.ksmuseums.org/
  Nonprofit organization whose purpose is to create, foster and promote interest in, advancement of, and appreciation for museums in the state. Includes list of members, application, events and newsletter. Located in Topeka.

• Maine Archives and Museums

  http://www.mainemuseums.org/
  Nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting and preserving the state's history and culture. Includes directory of over 300 museums, libraries, historical societies, newsletters and workshops.

• Maryland Association of History Museums

  http://www.mahm.org/
  Alliance of historical, cultural, and educational institutions within the state. Provides an online directory, membership details and an application, news, a calendar of events and grant information. Located in Baltimore.

• Michigan Museums Association

  http://www.michiganmuseums.org/
  Nonprofit group provides overview, programs and services, membership form, and job opportunities. Located in Lansing.

• Missouri Museums Association

  http://www.museumsusa.org/assocs/info/202954
  Volunteer organization designed to support historical agencies and MMA members. Offers workshops, an annual conference, publications and an online database of museums in the state.

• Museum Association of Arizona

  http://www.azmuseums.org/
  Organization of Arizona museums and museum professionals. Includes program and membership information.

• Museum Association of New York

  http://www.nysmuseums.org/
  Official site. Partners, issues, calendar, opinions and reviews, FAQ, news, and a consultant search database.

• Museums Alaska

  http://www.museumsalaska.org/
  Statewide museum association committed to preserving the natural and history of Alaska. Contains membership information and events schedule.

• Museums Association of Montana

  http://www.montanamuseums.org/
  Offers the cultural, historic and scientific resources of museums in Montana.

• Nebraska Museums Association

  http://www.nebraskamuseums.org/
  Offers a directory of institutional and individual members, membership information, events and association awards to museums in Nebraska.

• Nevada Museums Association

  http://www.nevadamuseums.org/
  Nonprofit membership organization made up of museum professionals and individuals interested in museums. Includes directory and contact details.

• New Mexico Association of Museums

  http://www.nmmuseums.org/
  Includes museum resources, member listing, and contact information.

• North Carolina Museums Council

  http://www.ncmuseums.org/
  Includes North Carolina museum locator, conference news, and educational opportunities.

• Ohio Museums Association

  http://www.ohiomuseums.org/
  Serves the diverse museum community within the state by providing a forum for support and communication to enhance the ability of institutions to serve the public interest. Includes events, workshops and membership details. Located in Columbus.

• Oklahoma Museums Association

  http://www.okmuseums.org/
  Promotes professionalism and cooperation among museums and related institutions in Oklahoma.

• Oregon Museums Association

  http://www.oregonmuseums.org/
  Serves the needs of more than 200 institutions within the state. Includes details of services, an event schedule and a membership renewal form. Located in Portland.

• Pennsylvania Federation of Museums and Historical Organizations

  http://www.pamuseums.org/
  Association of museums, botanical gardens, zoos, arboreta, historical societies and science centers in Pennsylvania.

• South Carolina Federation of Museums

  http://www.southcarolinamuseums.org/
  Features South Carolina museum directory, events, and membership information.

• Tennessee Association of Museums

  http://www.tnmuseums.org/
  Features news and information on Tennessee museums.

• The Minnesota Association of Museums

  http://www.minnesotamuseums.org/
  Organization for museums professionals and volunteers working together to provide a network of support and professional development.

• Utah Museums Association

  http://www.utahmuseums.org/
  Includes a calendar of Utah museum events, membership and conference information, a jobs board, and association by-laws.

• Virginia Association of Museums

  http://www.vamuseums.org/
  Includes membership, contact, and event information. Also offers a members only resource area.

• Washington Museum Association

  http://washingtonmuseumassociation.org/
  Serves as a statewide advocate for museums. Includes details of programs and services, conference news, membership and contact form. Located in Bellevue.

• West Virginia Association of Museums

  http://www.museumsofwv.org/
  Organization of WV museums and museum professionals. Includes membership information, museum directory, and educational resources.

• Wisconsin Federation of Museums

  http://www.wisconsinmuseums.org/
  Promotes and serves the museums on Wisconsin. Features a complete list of Wisconsin museums, membership information and a calendar of events.

 

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