2025 AAAM Emerging Museum Professional Scholarship

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The Association of African American Museums (AAAM) is excited to offer 5 the Emerging Museum Professional (EMP) Scholarship. This initiative is designed to support the next generation of leaders in the museum field by providing access to valuable professional development opportunities at AAAM’s 47th Annual Conference.

Through this collaboration, EMP's will gain exposure to critical conversations on preservation, access, and cultural stewardship while building connections with national leaders, peers, and institutions dedicated to advancing African American history and culture. This scholarship underscores our shared commitment to cultivating inclusive excellence and investing in the future of the museum profession.

#AAAM2025 Emerging Museum Professional (EMP) Opportunity Includes:

• Conference Registration – Access to all workshops and sessions at #AAAM2025 with national leaders, policymakers, and museum professionals.
• Travel Support – Round-trip domestic travel, lodging, and daily stipend (GSA M&IE).
• Two-Year AAAM EMP Membership with access to:

- Eligibility to present at AAAM Conference
- Access to Members-Only Community Board
- Webinars & recordings
- Job listings & grant opportunities
- Networking, training & leadership pathways

APPLICATION DEADLINE: MAY 15, 2025 (11:59 pm CST)