Using the Museums for All Evaluation
In 2023-2024, an evaluation of Museums for All showed how the initiative affected participating museums, particularly their access programs, internal processes, partnerships, and visitors. This information is helpful for any museum interested in Museums for All, whether considering joining the initiative or a longtime participant.
Check out these resources on using the Museums for All Evaluation Report:
Getting Started with Museums for All
Museums for All Evaluation Report 2024
Museums for All Evaluation Report – Appendix 2024
Using the Museums for All Impact Study
The Museums for All Impact Study (2026), led by Thanksgiving Point and funded by the Institute of Museums and Library Services, provides timely and practical evidence about the role of reduced-cost admission programs in expanding access and promoting equity in museums. This evidence is especially important as policymakers, funders, and cultural institutions continue to debate public funding, social safety net programs, and the role museums play in serving their communities.
This study examined the impact of the Museums for All program on museum visitors, differing from previous evaluations of the program which had focused on the impact on museums. To request the full underlying data, please contact Brendan Cartwright at Brendan.Cartwright@ChildrensMuseums.org.
Funded by IMLS National Leadership Grant, MG-252983-OMS-23.
