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Mission, Vision and Values

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The University of Arkansas Museum is dedicated to preserving and sharing diverse cultural and natural history throughout U of A campuses and the state of Arkansas with active research, education, and outreach.

Our vision is to inspire interdisciplinary exploration, human connections, and a better world through our collections and research opportunities in history, culture, and science, as well as to ignite passion for learning and creativity.

Core Values

We serve our campuses and communities through collections preservation, research opportunities, collaboration, educational programming, events, and exhibits.

We lead by committing to the highest professional museum standards and practices.

We are respectful of all – past, present and future. We seek out and listen to underrepresented voices. We adhere to the highest ethical museum standards, such as accountability, transparency, and inclusivity.

We ignite curiosity through meaningful engagement and learning experiences that prioritize exploration, observation, critical thinking, and interdisciplinary connections.

Pledge of Excellence

Pledge of Excellence

The Museum is working toward accreditation with the American Alliance of Museums. The process will take time. Part of the process involves taking the AAM Pledge of Excellence. It reads:

“University of Arkansas Museum pledges that, in fulfillment of our educational mission, we will strive to operate according to national standards and best practices to the best of our abilities and in accordance with our resources.”