Museums Advocacy Day
February 24 – 25, 2025
Washington, DC
Organized by the American Alliance of Museums
Supported by the American Association for State and Local History
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AASLH Members can register at the AAM Member Rate
Registration is now open for Museums Advocacy Day, which will be held in Washington, DC, on February 24 – 25. Will you join us to speak up for museums in the new Congress?
Research has shown that 96% of people across party lines think that lawmakers should support museums. Over the last decade, advocacy efforts, including Museums Advocacy Day, have resulted in an 80% increase in funding for the Office of Museum Services at the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
In his first term, President Trump proposed eliminating IMLS, the National Endowment for the Humanities, and the National Endowment for the Arts in each of his budget proposals. All three agencies provide vital funding for museums and historic sites. The proposed Department of Government Efficiency is looking to make $2 trillion in cuts to the federal government, including eliminating entire agencies.
However, Congress has the final say on the budget. That’s why it’s important for you to join us at Museums Advocacy Day. We need to make our voices heard in Congress to maintain funding for museums!
AASLH Members can register at the AAM member rate! Current and new members can call our office at 615-320-3203 to get the code to register at the AAM member rate.
