• Call for Articles ICOM Voices

    The ICOM website serves as a communication platform for museum- and heritage-related projects, experiences and discussions about the sector.

  • ICOM Museum Definition

    “A museum is a not-for-profit, permanent institution in the service of society that researches, collects, conserves, interprets and exhibits tangible and intangible heritage. Open to the public, accessible and inclusive, museums foster diversity and sustainability. They operate and communicate ethically, professionally and with the participation of communities, offering varied experiences for education, enjoyment, reflection and knowledge sharing.”

  • ICOM Declarations and Statements

    Read ICOM's public statements and declarations on issues that have impacts on cultural heritage and the museum profession.