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The moment of truth always comes when we as museum professionals ask ourselves these questions: do we trust our community? Are we willing to hand over the reins of the museum to them? Will we be able to allow them to lead the day-to-day running of the museum and learn and enjoy the process? The Peale in Baltimore answered yes and acted accordingly by becoming a Community Museum where 90% of its activity is carried out by its community with the timely support of its wonderful staff. Amazing people like Kim Domanski Nancy Proctor Krista D Green whom I had the privilege of meeting yesterday at their presentation at the Museum & Change session organized by avi decter. When you trust in your community and you do it for real (not as "community-washing" to raise funds, fill in statistics that nobody believes, or do marketing campaigns) everything is possible. The Museum becomes a catalyst for the incredible creativity that surrounds it, a facilitator that as Nancy Proctor wisely said every day "opens the door and invites you in". How is this to be achieved? By co-responsibilising the community in every project it undertakes (the museum is not a bank). How does this affect the museum team and its training? The commitment and intention to take every opportunity to "be" community is systematic and pursued intentionally and explicitly. What impact does it have? The Baltimore and digital community knows that every voice will be heard and taken into account at The Peale Every museum should have the opportunity to rediscover the best of itself through its community. And to do so by starting with its first community: the professionals who work in it. It all starts with the key question: do we trust our community? https://www.thepeale.org/

Museums* don't totally need your money, and that's a problem. Museums don't depend solely on earned revenue (aka ticket sales) to pay the bills, which means it's not always easy for museums to know who they serve and which functions to prioritize.  For example, for a typical art museum 34% is earned revenue the rest is a mix of endowments, philanthropy and government support. A museum like MoMA has $2B+ in net assets so even at a 7% return they have $140M to play with. This business model isn't bad per se - and it's not Blockbuster :) It does mean that knowing who a museum's primary customers is and what to focus on, is often not so clear cut. Is it the visitor?  Is it the mega-donor? Is it education or public engagement or is it scholarship and stewardship? The model works best when these audiences' interests are aligned, but this is not always the case. Thoughts and feedback are welcome. *museums is a VERY broad term, this doesn't apply to science centers or a variety of other museums. Another worthy topic of conversation #museums #museum #experiencedesign

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🎨 Mission Statements & Museums: A Deep Dive Into The Orlando Museum of Art's Basquiat Fiasco Institutions like museums don’t just showcase art; they showcase values, culture, and commitments. But what happens when those commitments come under scrutiny? My recent publication, “Mission-Driven Solutions: An Analysis of The Orlando Museum of Art's Mission Statement to Provide Avenues for Navigating the Basquiat Fiasco,” delves into this high-stakes terrain. 👇 The Orlando Museum of Art is an institution that has been no stranger to controversy, with an FBI raid shutting down their Basquiat exhibition in Summer 2022. Initially the OMA took no action in repairing their relationship with the Orlando community and they received backlash from people in Central Florida and beyond. In the past few months, the OMA has started to take real action to repair the damage they have done and, if they truly hold their mission statement at their core, they should be able to move forward from this event as a stronger entity that lifts up the people of Central Florida. Although the OMA’s audience is the “diverse public,” they also center themselves as a community-focused organization. They envision themselves as a “cultural leader” for the residents of Central Florida, with an acknowledgement that they will also serve those who exist beyond those geographic barriers. The OMA demonstrates their inclusivity by writing that they exist to connect “people from all backgrounds and experiences.” This focus on diversity, inclusion and community could help the OMA in repairing the harm they have done, particularly within marginalized demographics. (You can use the link to finish reading the article.) This case study isn't just about one museum. It's about the way organizations can make or break their relationships with communities, especially when they veer off course. If you're looking to navigate the sometimes choppy waters of public sentiment while holding true to your mission statement, take notes. Unlock potential, inspire success. Sometimes, it’s not just about the art on the walls but the integrity of the walls themselves. 🔍 #MissionStatements #MuseumEthics #NeroStrategies #OrlandoMuseumOfArt #BasquiatFiasco #CommunityEngagement #CrisisManagement #StrategicPlanning #OrganizationalValues #PublicRelations #ArtAndCulture #InclusiveProgramming #SocialImpact #DEI #PublicScrutiny #CommunityRelations #ArtWorld #CulturalLeadership #MissionDriven #Accountability #ArtMuseum #EthicalDilemmas #Nonprofits #MakeADifference #UnlockPotential #InspireSuccess #ControversyInArt #StakeholderManagement #ReputationRepair #InstitutionalIntegrity https://lnkd.in/ex5bSZ4E

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Yesterday was Martin Luther King Jr. Day in the US, celebrating the activist’s fight for racial equality in the 1960s. The National Park Service is working on rehabilitating historic buildings at the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park. Over the last few months, we have published various tenders for the National Park Service’s project to rehabilitate various historic buildings at the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park, including his birthplace. Yesterday, we highlighted a sources sought notice for the rehabilitation of the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park visitor centre and headquarters building. These initiatives are not just about preserving a site but an effort to keep alive the stories of nonviolent activism and the struggle for civil rights. The National Park Service manages many sites of brutal violence and historic significance to the Civil Rights Movement, including the Selma to Montgomery National Historic Trail, the Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument and the Freedom Riders National Monument in Alabama, keeping alive these stories of sacrifice and inspiration. In a parallel development, the Fermanagh & Omagh District Council in Northern Ireland is working to create a Peace Park in Omagh, County Tyrone, the site of the deadliest incident during The Troubles. This incident, a car bombing by an IRA splinter group in 1998, resulted in tragic loss of life and numerous injuries. Now, a proposed Peace Park is envisioned as a space of unity and remembrance, a testament to resilience in the face of violence. Both projects underscore the power of museums and heritage sites as spaces for reckoning with our pasts and healing. They serve as poignant reminders of our collective history, offering insights and tools for fostering dialogue around violent and traumatic histories while giving visitors space for their own experiences. We thought these two initiatives were both unique opportunities for museum and heritage sector professionals to engage in work that is not only about conservation but also about educating, reflecting, and healing. Find out more about these projects at MuseumINSIDER. #MuseumProfessionals #HeritageConservation #CivilRights #PeaceBuilding #Omagh #HistoricalSites #MLK #MartinLutherKingJr

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Your action is needed in the ongoing appropriations negotiations, and your support can help secure necessary museum funding for FY 2024! Contact Congress with our easy-to-use message template to help secure funding that benefits museums and their communities nationwide: https://lnkd.in/eY_BHrPT We are urging legislators to maintain at least $55.5 million for the Institute of Museum Services' (IMLS) Office of Museum Services (OMS). Especially if your senator is part of the Senate Appropriations Committee, your voice can influence the decision against the proposed $3.25 million funding cuts. Read our latest Alliance Advocacy Alert for more information, including: 🔹 What's happened recently in proposed legislation in the House and the Senate for IMLS' Office of Museum Services funding. Thanks to your ongoing advocacy, no amendments seeking to cut or eliminate IMLS/OMS were offered. 🔹 Information on the Final NAGPRA Rule issued by the U.S. Interior Department, effective January 12, 2024. 🔹 Advocating for museums in 2024 at Museums Advocacy Day, February 26-27! For more information and to register, visit: https://lnkd.in/gpzSjJ3f

CELEBRATE BENDIX DINER. FULL INTERIOR/EXTERIOR RENOVATION. INCREDIBLE BLIND*WAITER*CASHIER OWNER MR. DIAKAKIS. THANK YOU FOR TOP FAN.! With President Joe Biden – I just got recognized as one of their top fans.! ALLIED: NEVER SEEN BEFORE SUCH POWERFUL MILITARY MOVIE IN ALL MY LIFE. I CAN SEE BRAD PITT PLAY 007 J. BOND. ARTICLE: CRYPTOCURRENCY & REYGITONIUM-G. MICHAEL BLOOMBERG FORMER NYC MAYOR Co-FOUNDER BLOOMBERG L.P MIKEBLOOMBERG.com CHAN & ZUCKERBERG INITIATIVE BILL & MELINDA GATES FOUNDATION TENRI CULTURAL INSTITUTE tenri.org https://lnkd.in/e55sRd8b https://lnkd.in/eB98Jnv9 WonderMind.com: CRYPTO-FINANCE & WHAT'S ON THE TABLE. REYGITONIUM-G MR. MS. TEEFEY & SELENA GOMEZ-RARE-SUPERSTAR. TCI GALLERY SPRING 2024 THEMES. CRYPTOCURRENCY & REYGITONIUM-G TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: I ABSOLUTELY SEE NOTHING WRONG WITH CRYPTOCURRENCY: REYGITONIUM-G I CAN UNDERSTAND WHY THE INFANT DEMOCRATIC-CAPITALISTIC MINDS OF TODAY BLAME USA GOVERNMENT. THEN IS ANY GOVERNMENT TO BE BLAMED FOR HOMELESS PROBLEMS PLAGUING THE WORLD.? NO. GOD KNOWS HEADACHES USA GOVERNMENT HAVE WITH THE FOREIGN AFFAIRS. THE NEW WORLD PRACTICALLY SHOCK TO WITNESS. PEOPLE ONLY WORKING TOGETHER FOR A COMMON GOAL. "IN THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS." THUS DOESN'T THAT ALSO INCLUDE THE HOMELESS. THE HOMELESS ARE OUT THERE. ARE YOU.? HOMELESS.. AN OPPORTUNITY MISUNDERSTOOD. The modern economic system is a market economy, which is a capitalist economy where people, not the government--NOT THE GOVERNMENT--own most businesses. In a capitalist economy, prices allocate capital and labor between competing uses, and capital assets like factories, mines, and railroads can be privately owned and controlled. https://lnkd.in/eB98Jnv9 GOOGLE EXAMPLE, IF YOU NEED TO RAISE MONEY FOR ANY REASON OR MORE SO LETS SAY THE "HOMELESS" PROBLEM WHICH IS BELIEVED TO BE TIME & MONEY CONSUMING BUT IN ONE DIRECTION TOWARD THE HOMELESS. HOWEVER CRYPTOCURRENCY CAN POSSIBLE ALLOWS AN EXPENDITURE OF CURRENCY TO BENEFIT ALL WHO USES THE CRYPTO & REGARDLESS OF HOW IT'S CONSUMED. THEREFORE IF A CRYPTO HOMELESS CURRENCY REYGITONIUM-G EXISTED IT'S MORE HIGHLY LIKELY THAT THE HOMELESS PROBLEM CAN BE VANQUISHED BECAUSE CURRENCY-FINANCES IT'S ALWAYS AVAILABLE TO BE TAPPED INTO FOR HOMELESS RESOLUTIONS. REYGITONIUM-G: COUNTRY GOVERNMENT $1-DOLLAR INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO OF 8-BILLION EARTH CITIZENS. OR CONTINUE HIDING THE HOMELESS WHEN A POLITICAL LEADER VISITS AMERICA. CLOSING COMMENT: THE DAMNEDEST CRAZIEST FUNNIEST EMBARRASSING ABOUT THE HOMELESS CHAOS IS ANY EXCUSE AS TO WHY HOMELESS EXIST. HENCEFORTH CONSIDER USA TRILLIONS IN DEBT & 6,120 OF HOSPITALS SCATTERED AROUND THE USA & MANY COUNTRIES ASKING FOR FOREIGN AID IN THE TRILLIONS & YOU TALKING EXCUSES. MEANWHILE WE WANT TO SETTLE HUMANITY ON OTHER PLANETS. THANK YOU FOR READING. https://lnkd.in/e_B7vxVZ

Case study alert! One of the best aspects of the AIM New Stories New Audiences grant programme has been how transformational it's been for smaller museums, in terms of organisational working AND participant outcome: https://lnkd.in/eSt2Cbbq