AAM Accreditation is a widely recognized seal of approval that brings national recognition to museums, regardless of their size or location. Since the first museums were accredited in 1971, the AAM Accreditation Program has recognized museums’ commitment to excellence, accountability, high professional standards, and continued institutional improvement.

Accreditation: What and Why - an Overview

The Accreditation Process

Statistics about Accredited Museums

Program History

The Accreditation Commission

Accreditation Program Advisory Group

Program Philosophy and Principles

Costs of Accreditation