The Fort Worth Museum of Science and History announced that it earned reaccreditation from the American Alliance of Museums Nov. 28.
The museum had its application put on hold , amid a search for its new leader.
鈥淭his reaccreditation is a testament to our unwavering commitment to maintaining the highest standards in all facets of our museum,鈥� Regina Faden, , said in a press release.
Museums must reapply for reaccreditation status every 10 years. When the museum submitted its most recent application, it was during a time of transition.
The pause was due to questions from the review committee about the museum鈥檚 future leadership and the utilization of its history collection, Faden said in a with the Report.
鈥淭hose were really the big questions and those are fair questions to ask,鈥� Faden said at the time. 鈥淏ut it鈥檚 been revived, rejuvenated (and) put in place.鈥�
The museum has been accredited by the AAM since 1971 and has reapplied to reinstate that status regularly.
Accreditation is not necessary to run a museum, but it does help bolster its grant applications, fundraising efforts and reputation in the community and among its peers.
鈥淲e take great pride in being recognized as an institution dedicated to excellence and continual improvement,鈥� Faden added in the press release. 鈥淥ur team鈥檚 hard work and dedication to these standards contribute to the vibrant and enriching experiences we provide for our community.鈥�
Disclosure: Marianne Auld is the chair of the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History board and also serves on the board of the Fort Worth Report.
Marcheta Fornoff covers the arts for the Fort Worth Report. Contact her at marcheta.fornoff@fortworthreport.org or on . At the Fort Worth Report, news decisions are made independently of our board members and financial supporters. Read more about our editorial independence policy .
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