International Museum Day has been celebrated for over 40 years, created to honor the vital role museums play in our communities as spaces for cultural exchange, education, and building understanding between people. Each year, more museums around the world join in the celebration.
We know it might be difficult to get to your local museum for a quick field trip which is why we’re sharing some ways to celebrate the day virtually. Museums worldwide choose Flickr as a place to make their digital collections available to be enjoyed by the public, for free. Here are a few great places to get started but don’t stop there. You’ll find hundreds of other museums on Flickr so spend some time today learning something new!
National Science and Media Museum
Located in Bradford, West Yorkshire, England
At the National Science and Media Museum, in the heart of Bradford, we explore the science and culture of image and sound technologies and their impact on our lives.
Visit them on their Flickr site or if you are in the area, plan a visit!
National Museum of Denmark
Located in Copenhagen, Denmark
History is best when we share it. Discover what connects us and what continues to amaze us, as you explore past and present, from everyday life to love and loss.
Visit them on their Flickr site or if you are in the area, plan a visit!
Museum of Photographic Arts
The Museum of Photographic Arts is located at The San Diego Museum of Art in San Diego, California, USA
Inspire, Educate, Cultivate. The San Diego Museum of Art’s mission is to inspire, educate, and cultivate curiosity through great works of art.
Visit them on their Flickr site or if you are in the area, plan a visit!
Galt Museum & Archives on The Commons
Located in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada
Our community-centred approach and our commitment to reflecting the world around us deepen the sense of belonging for our communities. As the heart of our community, our dynamic energy is the spark for curiosity, compassion and connection.
Visit them on their Flickr site or if you are in the area, plan a visit!
Smithsonian Institution
Located in Washington, DC, USA
Through our unparalleled collections and research capabilities, and the insight and creativity we foster through art, history, and culture, the Smithsonian strives to provide Americans and the world with the tools and information they need to forge Our Shared Future.
Visit them on their Flickr site or if you are in the area, plan a visit!
Happy International Museum Day!