The Grace Museum Accredited by AAM
The Grace Museum has achieved the highest recognition for a museum, accreditation by the American Association of Museums (AAM).
AAM Accreditation is a seal of approval from the museum field that recognizes a museum for its commitment to excellence, accountability, high professional standards, and continued institutional improvement. It also signifies that a museum fulfils its obligations to the public as set forth in its mission.
Developed and sustained by museum professionals for 35 years, AAM's museum accreditation program is the field's primary vehicle for quality assurance, self-regulation, and public accountability. It strengthens individual museums and the entire field by promoting ethical and professional practices. Of the nation's nearly 17,500 museums about 775 are currently accredited. The Grace Museum is one of only 39 museums accredited in Texas .
Accreditation is a rigorous but highly rewarding process that examines all aspects of a museum's operations. The museum underwent a comprehensive self-assessment process followed by a site review by peer museum professionals.
"AAM Accreditation represents a process of more than two years that were rigorous ones for The Grace's staff," said Judy Godfrey, President/CEO of the Museum. "Thanks to the Board of Trustees' involvement and the dedication and arduous work by the Museum's team, we have achieved national recognition of The Grace Museum's commitment to the highest professional standards of operation and public service.
"Accreditation places The Grace in the top echelon of museums in the nation. It also gives us accountability and credibility by attaining excellence in ethical and professional museum standards. We rejoice in this accomplishment ? one of my goals for The Grace since July 1997 -- and take pride in and celebrate the benefits it will bring to our community.
"This prestigious accreditation gives the Grace Museum the recognition it deserves as a top museum in the country," said Dr. Mark Phelan, Chair of The Grace Museum Board of Trustees.
"Accreditation positions The Grace for special accredited-museum-only exhibits and acquisitions that will benefit Abilene for years to come," said Dr. Jesse Fletcher, President Emeritus of Hardin-Simmons University , and former Interim Director and Board of Trustees Chair of The Grace. ?Judy Godfrey, her staff, and the Board (of Trustees) deserve great credit for this achievement."
The Grace Museum is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Built in 1909, The Hotel Grace served as a rest stop for railway travelers. The mission-style building was renovated and re-opened in 1992. At 55,000 sq. ft., The Grace is the 10th largest general museum in Texas .
The Museum is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday; and from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. every Thursday. Admission is free Thursday evening after 5 p.m.
As the national service organization representing the American museum community, the American Association of Museums' mission is to enhance the value of museums to their communities through leadership, advocacy and service. For more about AAM and the Accreditation Program please visit www.aam-us.org .
AAM Accreditation is a seal of approval from the museum field that recognizes a museum for its commitment to excellence, accountability, high professional standards, and continued institutional improvement. It also signifies that a museum fulfils its obligations to the public as set forth in its mission.
Developed and sustained by museum professionals for 35 years, AAM's museum accreditation program is the field's primary vehicle for quality assurance, self-regulation, and public accountability. It strengthens individual museums and the entire field by promoting ethical and professional practices. Of the nation's nearly 17,500 museums about 775 are currently accredited. The Grace Museum is one of only 39 museums accredited in Texas .
Accreditation is a rigorous but highly rewarding process that examines all aspects of a museum's operations. The museum underwent a comprehensive self-assessment process followed by a site review by peer museum professionals.
"AAM Accreditation represents a process of more than two years that were rigorous ones for The Grace's staff," said Judy Godfrey, President/CEO of the Museum. "Thanks to the Board of Trustees' involvement and the dedication and arduous work by the Museum's team, we have achieved national recognition of The Grace Museum's commitment to the highest professional standards of operation and public service.
"Accreditation places The Grace in the top echelon of museums in the nation. It also gives us accountability and credibility by attaining excellence in ethical and professional museum standards. We rejoice in this accomplishment ? one of my goals for The Grace since July 1997 -- and take pride in and celebrate the benefits it will bring to our community.
"This prestigious accreditation gives the Grace Museum the recognition it deserves as a top museum in the country," said Dr. Mark Phelan, Chair of The Grace Museum Board of Trustees.
"Accreditation positions The Grace for special accredited-museum-only exhibits and acquisitions that will benefit Abilene for years to come," said Dr. Jesse Fletcher, President Emeritus of Hardin-Simmons University , and former Interim Director and Board of Trustees Chair of The Grace. ?Judy Godfrey, her staff, and the Board (of Trustees) deserve great credit for this achievement."
The Grace Museum is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Built in 1909, The Hotel Grace served as a rest stop for railway travelers. The mission-style building was renovated and re-opened in 1992. At 55,000 sq. ft., The Grace is the 10th largest general museum in Texas .
The Museum is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday; and from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. every Thursday. Admission is free Thursday evening after 5 p.m.
As the national service organization representing the American museum community, the American Association of Museums' mission is to enhance the value of museums to their communities through leadership, advocacy and service. For more about AAM and the Accreditation Program please visit www.aam-us.org .
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