The American Association for Museum Volunteers (AAMV) is the only national association representing the over 1,000,000 volunteers in all categories of museums and cultural institutions.

 

What does AAMV do?

• Promotes professional standards of volunteerism

• Provides a forum for the exchange of ideas and information

• Offers opportunities for continuing education through panel discussions and workshops at local, regional, and national conferences

• Encourages volunteers and volunteer program managers to become familiar with projects and programs both locally and nationally

• Informs and supports museums and volunteerism in advocacy for legislation at the local and national levels

• Accomplishes these goals in cooperation with museum directors, staff, and boards of trustees

 

Learn more about AAMV programs (including our Volunteer of the Year award), see what resources we offer or join today!