Bringing museum leaders together to explore issues that matter.

The Museum Trustee Association (MTA) is the only organization dedicated to providing ongoing board education programs, services and resources for the dedicated needs of museum trustees and senior staff.

The moral and legal obligations of museum trustees are complex, and in many respects, unique to the museum world.

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Tools for Trustees is a four-part series designed by the Museum Trustee Association to focus attention on key processes and tasks of governance. The books and web-based customizable tools include a calendar and surveys that collect information and then guide the board in using that information to organize their thoughts, identify their priorities, and plan their actions. All tools in the series have two parts: a printed guide and an online website. Purchasers of the books and web app have access to assistance from the MTA staff.