About the Virginia Association of Museums
A united museum community inspiring the world around us
Mission Statement
The Virginia Association of Museums helps our museum community succeed.
Our Vision
A united museum community inspiring the world around us.
Our Museums
- View a listing of Virginia museums
- Map of VAM's Virginia Museum Regions (JPG) Updated May 2018
Governance
VAM is governed by a twenty-four member Council. Included are directors representing geographic regions of VAM membership (Central Virginia, Mountain & Valley, Northern Virginia & DC, Southwest Virginia, and Tidewater & Eastern Shore) as well as the various disciplines of museums (Art, History, Historic Houses, Science & Nature, Specialized Audience, and University and College Museums and Galleries). Additionally, VAM council includes a director for emerging museum professionals.
Executive oversight is provided by five officers - President, Vice President for Member Engagement, Vice President for Planning and Resources, Secretary and Treasurer. There are two directors-at-large, two ex-officio members, and the immediate past president.
Looking for more? Read our Guiding Documents and Policies.