Ohio Museums Association

Ohio Museums Association Be sure to check out OMA on Twitter . More information is also available at www.ohiomuseums.org. For more information visit www.ohiomuseums.org.

Visit us to learn how you can become an OMA member and help support the Ohio museum community! Founded in 1976 by members of the Ohio's museum community, OMA works with a variety of museums, museum professionals and providers of museum services to strengthen the state's museum, foster excellence in the field and support the museum community. OMA holds an annual conference that is held each spring

in a different area of the state. OMA also publishes the "Ohio Museums Monthly" - a monthly e-newsletter that includes topics like People and Museums in the News, Professional Developement opportunities, Job Openings, and more. Just a few of the additional resources the Ohio Museums Association offers the museum community in Ohio are:
- The OMA Job Board on www.ohiomuseums.org
- Advocacy on both the state and national level
- The Annual Visual Communication awards which recognizes excellence in museum's communication material
- The Awards of Outstanding Achievement which recognizes museum professionals and institutional excellence
- Workshops throughout the state that cover a wide variety of topics and job specialties
- Collaborative programming with other state-wide and national organizations
- Diverse online and social networking resources

Membership is available for institutions, individuals, students, and museum service providers.

We're continuing to honor the 2025 winners on the OMA blog, with today's spotlight on Akron Children's Museum, winner ...
05/19/2026

We're continuing to honor the 2025 winners on the OMA blog, with today's spotlight on Akron Children's Museum, winner of Best Community Partnership, organizational budget over $500,000 for “Explore Galore with Monsters and More!” https://buff.ly/mtUNaNy
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To learn more about the 2026 OMA awards and how to nominate your museum, visit https://buff.ly/2OwPkdE

*Miss our previous award spotlights? See them all here: https://buff.ly/RUMHmmJ

Register today for the OMA webinar, “Inside the Process: Building Meaningful Teen Experiences at the Columbus Museum of ...
05/18/2026

Register today for the OMA webinar, “Inside the Process: Building Meaningful Teen Experiences at the Columbus Museum of Art,” June 15 at 10 am!

Want to learn practical approaches for building teen programs that feel authentic and responsive to young people’s needs?

Join Dr. Megan Wanttie for a behind-the-scenes look at how the Columbus Museum of Art has worked to create programs that genuinely connect with teens. You’ll hear real stories about what worked, what didn’t, and what surprised them along the way.

If you're just beginning to rethink your teen engagement or looking for inspiration, this webinar is designed for you to walk away with adaptable strategies you can try in your own space.

Learn more and register: https://buff.ly/cQ9wn4G

It’s membership renewal season at OMA!If your membership expires in July, now’s the time to renew and stay connected to ...
05/15/2026

It’s membership renewal season at OMA!

If your membership expires in July, now’s the time to renew and stay connected to Ohio’s museum community.

Has your membership lapsed? We’d love to welcome you back—re-engage, reconnect, and keep up with the latest opportunities, resources, and programs.

Renewing is quick, easy, and ensures you don’t miss a thing!

Log into your account and renew your membership here: https://buff.ly/7IAaSTk

We're continuing to honor the 2025 winners on the OMA blog, with today's spotlight on the Artists Archives of the West...
05/14/2026

We're continuing to honor the 2025 winners on the OMA blog, with today's spotlight on the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve, winner of Best Community Partnership, organizational budget under $500,000 for “Common Currents.” https://buff.ly/S1Bj3sC
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To learn more about the 2026 OMA awards and how to nominate your museum, visit https://buff.ly/2OwPkdE

*Miss our previous award spotlights? See them all here: https://buff.ly/RUMHmmJ

We're continuing to honor the 2025 winners on the OMA blog, with today's spotlight on Kent State University Museum, wi...
05/12/2026

We're continuing to honor the 2025 winners on the OMA blog, with today's spotlight on Kent State University Museum, winner of Best Exhibition Catalog, organizational budget over $500,000 for “A Meeting of Cultures: Fashioning North Africa.” https://buff.ly/ZdyyLdN
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To learn more about the 2026 OMA awards and how to nominate your museum, visit https://buff.ly/2OwPkdE

*Miss our previous award spotlights? See them all here: https://buff.ly/RUMHmmJ

Got 5 minutes? Help shape OMA's future with our member survey!Our 2026 Member Surveys are now open, and your feedback pl...
05/11/2026

Got 5 minutes? Help shape OMA's future with our member survey!
Our 2026 Member Surveys are now open, and your feedback plays a direct role in shaping OMA’s programs, resources, and advocacy efforts.

Each survey is just 10 questions and takes less than 7 minutes to complete:

Individual Survey – share your personal experience

Institutional Survey – one response per organization to reflect your institution’s needs

Tell us what’s working, what’s not, and what you need next—we’re listening.

Don’t delay! Surveys close May 29! https://buff.ly/hqhPu2y

Last chance! Today's the last day to register for the OMA webinar, “Beyond the Narrative: Elevating Diverse African Amer...
05/08/2026

Last chance! Today's the last day to register for the OMA webinar, “Beyond the Narrative: Elevating Diverse African American Histories in Local Communities,” May 11 at 10 am!

Join Dr. Jacqueline Hudson from the Filson Historical Society to deepen your understanding of the importance of honoring a broader range of African American stories, including contributions in local history, culture, innovation, and community leadership. Through examples, discussion, and practical guidance, the webinar will highlight how inclusive storytelling strengthens community identity and historical awareness.

Learn more and register: https://buff.ly/wdCvTRv

We're continuing to honor the 2025 winners on the OMA blog, with today's spotlight on the National Museum of the Great...
05/07/2026

We're continuing to honor the 2025 winners on the OMA blog, with today's spotlight on the National Museum of the Great Lakes, winner of Best Exhibition, organizational budget over $500,000 for “Dark Waters: True Crime & Mystery on the Great Lakes.” https://buff.ly/saVmm0d
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To learn more about the 2026 OMA awards and how to nominate your museum, visit https://buff.ly/2OwPkdE

*Miss our previous award spotlights? See them all here: https://buff.ly/RUMHmmJ

OMA was honored to be at the groundbreaking for today! It was a beautiful afternoon filled with great speakers, energy,...
05/06/2026

OMA was honored to be at the groundbreaking for today! It was a beautiful afternoon filled with great speakers, energy, and excitement for the future of this project!
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The National Endowment for the Arts is accepting nominations for the 2027 NEA National Heritage Fellowships.These fellow...
05/06/2026

The National Endowment for the Arts is accepting nominations for the 2027 NEA National Heritage Fellowships.

These fellowships are the nation’s highest honor in the folk and traditional arts and recognize artists and individuals who have significantly contributed to our nation’s rich cultural heritage.

Nominees must be actively participating in their respective art form, whether as practitioners, mentors, instructors,
or scholars, and must be worthy of national recognition.

Deadline to apply is May 11, 2026. Learn more at https://buff.ly/OGkdJe0

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