Museum Ethics

The Institute of Museum Ethics, founded in 2007 with a grant from IMLS, encourages conversations about ethical issues faced by museums.

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In Iran, ongoing museum closures have become yet another hindrance to artistic freedom and expression in a country that has battled censorship and political sanctions for decades. Read more here: https://t.co/AKq2LWPs0X

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David Toren, who dedicated his life to recovering art stolen from his family by the Nazi regime, passed away from COVID-19 at the age of 94 in April. Join us in remembering him and his lifelong efforts. #museumethics @HallCommArts @SetonHall @DCGregStevens https://t.co/cLEHydxAPI

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Today's the day! "Stress in the Time of COVID-19" is now available!

Click the link below to find out how you can navigate the unique stressors of COVID-19 and tag us with your first reactions! #StressintheTimeof

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Whether it's stress related to mental health, self-care, food or job insecurity, education, social media, or the unpredictable future, this exhibition is here to help you cope.

Opening in 2 days! Stay tuned.

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Seton Hall University's MA in Museum Professions students in the Museums, Activism, and Social Issues class present: Stress in the Time of COVID-19, A Virtual Exhibition.

How Can We Navigate the Unique Stressors of COVID-19?

Opening May 14, 2020.

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Visitors for the win! This museum has catalogued over 1,500 records thanks to an increase in remote volunteers. As always, we are amazed at the ways visitors are continuing to engage with museums while at home! #MuseumFromHome #VolunteerFromHome https://t.co/e7Rr4TO1wU

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Even when closed, museums are still finding ways to help their communities. Check out this article about a Boston museum using its space to feed local families. #museumethics #MuseumsInQuarantine #Museums
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While museums everywhere are inventing ways to interact with visitors virtually, Cleo Levin writes that virtual hangouts may cause more harm than good. What are your thoughts? Do virtual hangouts cause more stress than fun? #museumethics #museumsfromhome
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The reopening of museums in Asia and Europe demonstrate how museums are adapting to new social distancing requirements: https://t.co/eJ3EV0JVM7
#museumethics #MuseumsDiscussCOVID19 #COVID19

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Happy #EarthDay2020 🌱🌎🌷

Museums must practice and promote environmental sustainability today and everyday!
#MuseumsGoGreen #Sustainability #museumethics

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#EarthDay2020 🌍

Our planet is the biggest museum of natural history 💚

Museums have a key role in raising awareness on current sustainability issues and the need to protect our #NaturalHeritage.

Read about ICOM's actions to boost #SustainableMuseums 👇
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These are questions all museums are asking. This resource from @AAMers and @futureofmuseums will help museums plan for financial survival.
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Many of us are wondering: "How long will lockdown last? How can we stay financially solvent? How will we know when it's safe to reopen?"

With these questions in mind, @futureofmuseums is sharing an exercise you can use now to plan for the future ahead: https://t.co/La8aMkceJI

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In order to provide additional financial assistance, the AAMD loosens guidelines on how museums can use restricted funds: https://t.co/ozipCCKN05
#museumethics #COVID19 #MuseumsDiscussCOVID19

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If you have a moment, consider completing this survey by @IcomOfficiel The data collected will assess the impact of #COVID19 and help advocate for emergency public funds! #MuseumsDiscussCOVID19 #MuseumsTogether

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The #COVID19 pandemic threatens the livelihood of thousands of museum professionals across the world.

To advocate for emergency public funds and private support, we need data. Help us assess the impact of COVID-19 by completing our survey.

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From donating PPE to hospitals to raising coronavirus relief funds through print sales, museums and galleries are finding new ways to give back to their communities. Read about it here: https://t.co/O6RnfVmF7g
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In order to keep our followers informed, the IME has dedicated an entire section of our website to Coronavirus news stories. These stories show that even when in need, museums remain as resilient institutions continuing to work for their communities.
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We’re on Instagram! Come follow us and continue the conversation! @imusethics —> https://t.co/pv0a284OhG
#museumethics #museumsmatter #setonhall #commarts

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Are you a museum worker worried about how COVID-19 will impact your organization? Check out this article to find out more information on how your museum, staff, and visitors may be affected. https://t.co/OpsSs539en
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New blog post alert! Museum Professions MA Candidate Devon Mancini shares how Sunday's Oscars Awards reminded museum professionals of the importance of representation in the arts
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Protests continue in Seattle as local tribal members express frustration over sudden closure of the National Archives that holds treaty information and other important documents. Read more here: https://t.co/MuUc2DKt3j
#NationalArchives #socialissues @HallCommArts @SetonHall

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Artists Sohrab Kashani and Jon Rubin speak on the impact of the Iranian Travel Ban on their lives through new exhibition: "The Other Apartment"
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