Alberta Museums Association

06/01/2026

As rainfall warnings sweep across the province, the Alberta Museums Association (AMA) is closely monitoring potential emergency situations. We encourage museums to review their Emergency Preparedness Plans. The AMA has Emergency Preparedness Resources available on our website: https://www.museums.ab.ca/what-we-do/emergency-preparedness.aspx
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The Emergency Preparedness Resources are designed to empower museums and museum professionals with information and tools that will ensure the ongoing success and sustainability of the museum sector. By accessing the most up-to-date tools and information available, museums can work to minimize the short- and long-term effects of emergency situations on their institutions and be fully prepared in the case of future emergencies. ⁠
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Stay alert, stay informed, and stay safe.

05/28/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us at Metro Cinema last week for our International Museum Day screening of 'Alberta Number One'!⁠ We loved connecting with AMA members, meeting new faces, and sharing a glimpse into the work we do at the AMA.

It is no secret that we ❤️ Alberta museums, and it is always inspiring to spend time with others who feel the same. As mentioned in the introduction to the film, the fact that our museums and heritage spaces helped spark creative work deserves recognition. Seeing them appear in contemporary media reminds us that they remain culturally relevant and alive in the public imagination.

Supporting these places of memory, curiosity, and experimentation is vitally important. Thank you for being part of that support.

05/25/2026

AMA Members: you have until Friday, May 29 to fill out the 2026 Membership Survey! Your participation helps ensure the AMA continues to meet the needs of our sector today and into the future.

On Monday, April 27, the Alberta Museums Association (AMA) will email the 2026 Membership Survey to all Individual and Institutional Members. Your participation in this survey is crucial in ensuring that the AMA continues to provide programs and services that meet the needs of the Alberta museum sector.

Please take advantage of this opportunity to have your voice heard. The feedback you provide supports the AMA in developing a compelling and urgent narrative that explains our sector’s contribution in building community and advancing culture for social good. All responses will be anonymous.

05/19/2026

We heard it's International Dinosaur Day, and there’s no better place to celebrate than right here in Alberta, AKA the dinosaur capital of the world. 🦖⁠
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From the Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology in Drumheller to the The Philip J. Currie Dinosaur Museum in Wembley, our province is packed with prehistoric wonders. These two Recognized Museum Leaders are just the beginning. You can discover fossil finds, exhibits, and dino stories in communities across Alberta. 🦕 ⁠
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Visit museums.ab.ca for a full list of Alberta's Recognized Museums: https://www.museums.ab.ca/visiting-alberta-museums/browse-by-name.aspx

05/14/2026

AMA Members: make sure you fill out the 2026 Membership Survey by May 29. The information you provide is essential in helping the AMA continue to provide programs and services that meet the needs of the Alberta museum sector.

On Monday, April 27, the Alberta Museums Association (AMA) will email the 2026 Membership Survey to all Individual and Institutional Members. Your participation in this survey is crucial in ensuring that the AMA continues to provide programs and services that meet the needs of the Alberta museum sector.

Please take advantage of this opportunity to have your voice heard. The feedback you provide supports the AMA in developing a compelling and urgent narrative that explains our sector’s contribution in building community and advancing culture for social good. All responses will be anonymous.

05/14/2026

Is your area affected by wildfires?🔥If so, contact CCI’s emergency line for guidance on the salvage and recovery of objects and collections.

We’re here to support your heritage institution. We also maintain a list of resources for individuals seeking information on salvaging personal valuables.

Three quick tips! 👇

➡️Prepare: If you have an emergency plan, review the relevant sections and ensure that all contact information is up to date. If possible, take steps to limit smoke and fire damage, such as clearing combustible materials from around the building, closing air intakes and removing priority objects.

➡️Monitor: Stay connected with your team and municipality to stay informed on how wildfires and their related responses, including evacuation orders, could affect your heritage institution. Personnel safety and mental health are top priorities.

➡️Respond: Do not re-enter an evacuation zone or your building until you have permission to do so. When you do return, document the extent of damage thoroughly before salvaging collection objects. Minimize the handling of objects impacted by soot to reduce the risk of particles becoming embedded in surfaces.

🔗 https://www.canada.ca/en/conservation-institute/corporate/emergency-advice.html

05/13/2026

The Alberta Museums Association (AMA) is pleased to announce eight institutions have recently attained their designation in the Recognized Museum Program for 2026 - 2031. Our congratulations to:⁠
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• Alberta Aviation Museum
• Alberta Beach Museum
• Atlas Coal Mine National Historic Site
• East Coulee School Museum
• The Fort Museum
• Peace River Museum, Archives and Mackenzie Centre
• Sunnybrook Farm Museum
• Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies
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Recognized Museums are leaders in their communities, committed to upholding best practice standards in public trust, public service, and sustainability. Explore this vibrant community of over 100 Recognized Museums across the province: https://www.museums.ab.ca/visiting-alberta-museums.aspx

05/06/2026

Reminder for AMA Members: Have Your Say! Last week we sent out the 2026 Membership Survey to all Individual and Institutional Members.

Your feedback is incredibly important in helping shape the programs and services the AMA provides to support Alberta’s museum community. By sharing your insights, you help ensure the AMA continues to meet the needs of our sector today and into the future.

All responses are anonymous. If you have not already, please check your inbox and take a few minutes to complete the survey. Your input truly makes a difference.

On Monday, April 27, the Alberta Museums Association (AMA) will email the 2026 Membership Survey to all Individual and Institutional Members. Your participation in this survey is crucial in ensuring that the AMA continues to provide programs and services that meet the needs of the Alberta museum sector.

Please take advantage of this opportunity to have your voice heard. The feedback you provide supports the AMA in developing a compelling and urgent narrative that explains our sector’s contribution in building community and advancing culture for social good. All responses will be anonymous.