n. (abbr. AAM)a nonprofit association founded in 1906 that supports all types of museums through the development of standards and best practices, through the sharing of knowledge and professional career development, and by advocating and lobbying on issues of concern to the museum communityAAM 2012AAM, the major advocacy group for museums in the United States, develops standards and best practices and provides resources and career development opportunities for museum professionals.Lacher-Feldman 2013, 156AAM, the major advocacy group for museums in the United States, develops standards and best practices and provides resources and career development opportunities for museum professionals.Huggard and Jackson 2019, 526This is the procedure recommended by both the American Alliance of Museums (AAM) and the American Association of State and Local History (AASLH) (the archives profession, both in the United States and Canada, currently does not advise how proceeds from sales of deaccessioned materials should be used).AAM 2023The American Alliance of Museums’ mission is to champion equitable and impactful museums by connecting people, fostering learning and community, and nurturing museum excellence. ¶ Our vision is a just and sustainable world informed and enriched by thriving museums that contribute to the resiliency and equity of their communities. ¶ The American Alliance of Museums (AAM) is the only organization representing the entire museum field, from art and history museums to science centers and zoos. Since 1906, we have been championing museums through advocacy and providing museum professionals with the resources, knowledge, inspiration, and connections they need to move the field forward.
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Prior to September 2012, the American Alliance of Museums (AAM) was known as the American Association for Museums. AAM maintains the Code of Ethics for Museums. AAM also operates the Continuum of Excellence accreditation program, which is based on the Characteristics of Excellence for U.S. Museums.
