RESOURCES
Funding and Grant Resources
Museums Advocacy
Museum Advocacy
Click below for links to helpful documents created by IAM.
Idaho Museums Matter
Infographic of Idaho Museums impact on the state.
Federal Funding Formula in Idaho
Infographic of funding that creates value for Idaho, Organizations and Idahoans.
AAM Advocacy Day
Web Page
Many resources on how to advocate for museums in your community and nationally.
IAM Pennywise Article Archive
Interested in collections ideas on a budget? Check out past Pennywise articles written by pervious IAM Board member Michelle Wallace, Curator, High Desert Curation.
Affordable Shelving
7/20/2016
Mobil Art Storage
3/18/2016
Textile Storage
4/20/2017
Re-purposing Storage Shelving
9/11/2018
When faced with a question about your museum, sometimes you need a little information, and sometimes you need a lot. The resources compiled here by IAM is just a snapshot of what's available online and in print. If you would prefer to speak with someone in person about your concerns, contact your regional representative within IAM (found here) or send us a message (found here). We will be sure to put you in touch with the resources you need.
If you have a favorite resource, let us know by email and we will add it here.
Idaho Heritage Trust
IHT offers grants for the preservation of sites and items of historical and cultural significance.
Western History Association
The Autry Public History Prize is awarded annually to media exhibits, public programs, or written works that contribute to a broader public reflection and appreciation of the past.
Idaho Humanities Council
IHC offers grants to support projects involving Idaho citizens that focus on literature, history, philosophy, art history, archaeology, and other humanities disciplines.
AASLH Online Conference
The American Association for State and Local History will hold an online conference this fall, October 12-15.
Idaho State Historical Society
The Idaho State Historical Society serves the history needs of the entire state. Click below for a complete list of grants.