IMA provides support for Iowa's museum workers at all levels.
Students, emerging and mid-career professionals, and seasoned veterans. Volunteer led organizations and those who employ staff.
Learning Opportunities:
IMA Plugged-In - Free presentations, third Monday of the month from 12-1 p.m. learn more here
Colleague Conversations - Free networking and peer-driven solutions every Friday morning at 9 a.m. over zoom. learn more here
Workshops - learn more here
Annual Conference – The Iowa Museum Association annual conference is held at a different location in Iowa each year. Two and one-half days are packed with networking opportunities, career conversations, and educational sessions. Exhibitors are on hand to showcase their products. Scholarships – Each year the IMA offers three scholarships so first time attendees may attend the Annual Conference. Learn more here.
STEPS-IMA - connect with colleagues and mentors to learn best practices.
Field Services & Mentoring - Connect with field services and mentors. Contact [email protected]
Emerging Professionals - Emerging Professionals find support through an annual meeting at the IMA Conference, "Career Conversations", and an opportunity to submit a paper to present; and the IMA's Facebook page Iowa Museum Emerging Professionals.