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MISSION: Maritime Museum of Louisiana inspires and engages patrons in bringing Louisiana’s maritime history to life.
The Museum accomplishes this by collecting, restoring, and preserving Louisiana-related maritime material culture, including artifacts, photographs, and documents. The Museum interprets these unique treasures in exhibits, dioramas, lectures, and interactive opportunities, on-and off-site. The Museum’s public history interpretations are founded on scholarship. Collections are maintained in accordance with professional museum standards of care. Americans have a shared heritage, and Maritime Museum Louisiana shall preserve, impart, and embrace it.
Demonstrate accountability and uphold the public trust.
Achieve American Alliance of Museums (AAM) accreditation.
Continue to build a diverse and effective Board of Directors.
Museum educational programs will meet state education requirements, expanding programming through more partnerships in primary, secondary, and higher educational institutions state-wide.
Provide engaging exhibits and programs derived from effective surveys and evaluation.
Renovate and expand our campus.
Build a diversified income stream sufficient to nurture the Museum.
Partnership with the community is the cornerstone of Museum planning.
Maritime Museum Louisiana’s vision is one of commitment to the following aspirations:
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