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.
Member Services
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Whether you're aspiring to join a museum board, currently serve on one, or are a Director looking to help with board recruitment, MTA’s Board Matching service guides you through the journey to your own meaningful board engagement. We help individuals explore committee roles, clarify what they can contribute, and connect with aligned organizations—supporting both emerging leaders and seasoned directors in making impactful board placements.
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MTA provides bespoke consulting services led by our CEO. We tailor every engagement to fit our members’ unique needs and goals. As a member, you’ll receive two complimentary hours of consultation with our CEO and/or certified consultants— an exclusive opportunity to gain strategic insights and expert guidance.
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Dedicate your organization to efficiency and sustainable growth.
Templates 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 templates include tools that collect information and then guide the board in using that information to organize their thoughts, identify their priorities, and plan their actions.
Spring Forum & Patron Weekend
Philadelphia 2025
Twice a year, MTA convenes gatherings of museum board members and senior staff to discuss and ignite conversations around topics essential to museum trustees today.
This year’s Spring Forum discussed the modern issues and opportunities of AI and generational engagement in museums, leadership transitions from multiple perspectives, and the current state of executive searches.