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In the words of its founder, the Corcoran is “dedicated to art.” Its museum presents, interprets and preserves the art of our times and of times past; its college of art nurtures and helps shape new generations of artists and designers. Education is a central focus, not just in the Corcoran’s classrooms but in its galleries and throughout the greater Washington region. Though American art is the collection’s emphasis, the art of other nations and cultures is, when appropriate, acquired and exhibited. The Corcoran is committed to making the historic art in its collections and the emerging art of our time accessible and understandable to the broadest possible audience through innovative exhibitions and educational programming, systematic research and rigorous scholarship. Its many activities emphasize the combined resources of its museum and college, and are directed toward diverse communities with widely differing educational and socio-economic backgrounds. Though proud of its important place in the international world of art history and scholarship, the Corcoran is ever mindful of its special obligation to serve the greater Washington region, especially its artists and its young people.

In accordance with the Statement of Purpose, Article II of the Constitution, adopted by the McLean County Historical Society; it is the Mission of this society to educate the general public on the history of the people of McLean County by operating museums and libraries which provide exhibits, public programs and research collections; to develop publications; and to acquire and preserve collections which reflect the diversity of McLean County. This Mission is implemented through the accomplishment of the following:To educate the public through the interpretive exhibition of objects and to develop public educational programs in association with the people and institutions of our community.To acquire, in conformance with the collections policy, objects, papers, periodicals, and books which reflect all segments of the community and to preserve these collections through proper storage and conservation measures, and to exhibit them in secure environments.To support research in local and family history by making books, manuscripts, and databases accessible and to support the same by providing the professional staff assistance and guidance in the course of such research.To publish popular and scholarly works.To encourage public support of the museum through donation of time and money by all segments of the community.To interpret and to encourage the preservation of historic buildings and sites.To continually pursue professional standards through participation in state and national museum and heritage organizations and to remain an American Association of Museums (AAM) accredited institution.Approved by the Board of Directors September 20, 1995.

By preserving the legacy of Joel Chandler Harris and the heritage of African American folklore through storytelling, tours and student publishing, the Wren’s Nest serves as an educational resource for the community, the greater Atlanta area and visitors from around the globe.

The Farnsworth’s mission is to celebrate Maine’s role in American art.

TO PRESERVE THE TOPAZ INTERNMENT SITE AND ITS WORLD WAR II HISTORY; TO INTERPRET THE IMPACT OF TOPAZ ON THE JAPANESE AMERICAN INTERNEES, THEIR FAMILIES, AND THE CITIZENS OF MILLARD COUNTY; AND TO EDUCATE THE PUBLIC IN ORDER TO HELP PREVENT A RECURRENCE OR A SIMILAR DENIAL OF AMERICAN CIVIL RIGHTS.

To raise funds to endow the operations of the American Airpower Heritage Museum and the Commemorative Air Force.

To protect, preserve and interpret the martime heritage of the lower Merrimack Valley region and how it relates to American History

The Midwest Bus Museum was incorporated in January of 2020 with the purpose of preserving bus transportation history with an emphasis on North American school buses.

The mission of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund is to tell the story of American law enforcement, honor the fallen and make it safer for those who serve.

THE ORGANIZATION WAS FURTHER FORMED TO STUDY AMERICAN HISTORY AND THE CONCEPTS OF FREEDOM AND DEMOCRACY. TO ACHIEVE THIS PURPOSE, THE ORGAN- IZATION OPENED A MUSEUM RELATING TO POLITICAL CAMPAIGNS, SOCIA

The Norman Rockwell Museum illuminates the power of American illustration art to reflect and shape society, and advances the enduring values of kindness, respect, and social equity portrayed by Norman Rockwell.

The museum builds bridges of tolerance and understanding by sharing Jewish heritage through the lens of the American experience. It presents historical and contemporary stories of Jewish life and courage, and runs educational programs aimed at combating bias and promoting inclusion.