by Ali Kane | Mar 6, 2025 | Historic Homes, History, History Museums, LGBTQIA+ Inclusion, Museums, Uncategorized
How many times have you heard about an organization championing LGBTQIA+ inclusion and thought, “How did they make this happen?” How many times have you heard about an organization championing LGBTQIA+ inclusion and thought, “How did they make this happen?” We often...
by Ali Kane | Feb 24, 2025 | Art Museums, LGBTQIA+ Inclusion, Museum Monday, Museums
Location: Orlando, Florida Mission: To stimulate creativity and intellectual curiosity by connecting people from all backgrounds and experiences with compelling art and new ideas. Important Numbers: 130,000 visitors annually $4.2 million annual budget (2022) 50 staff...
by Ali Kane | Feb 11, 2025 | LGBTQIA+ Inclusion, Museum Monday, Museums
There is no hiding it: I am a museum nerd. Growing up in Sturbridge, Massachusetts, Old Sturbridge Village was my playground. My parents’ love of history, the promise of a chocolate cookie, and free admission for town residents made it an obvious place to bring my...
by Ali Kane | Jun 30, 2023 | LGBTQIA+ Inclusion, Museum Monday, Museums
Museums and cultural institutions can play an important role in making social change. People trust museums as authorities on history, art, culture, and science, as well as visit museums for inspiration, discovery, and informal learning. When I was growing up, I can’t...
