As an ADVOCATE: Support the cause…
Nonprofit retail stores have a broad mission: * to be profitable revenue generators for their cultural institution; * to provide educational relevance with their products; * to act as brand ambassadors for the mission and values of their institution. Everything from products, displays, promotions, and store activities reflect the mission of their respective institutions. When visitors choose to spend their time at your * museum * zoo * botanic garden * historic place * library, or * other cultural and nonprofit institution, they have a heightened expectation of your quality and service to the public. MSA’s goal is to provide you and your institutions with the ability to deliver an inspired, enjoyable, and memorable experience for every visitor.
MSA vendor partners provide a trusted business resource for nonprofit retail professionals and their stores across the globe. MSA offers vendor members many opportunities to * promote their brand and products to institution members * showcase their innovative and diverse offerings in museum stores, and * partner with nonprofit retail professionals in mutually beneficial collaborations.
Start supporting the Museum Store Association… by simply getting acquainted here:
https://museumstoreassociation.org/about/
As a SHOP: Discover unique gifts…
SHOP WITH PURPOSE
Museum Store Sunday shoppers give gifts with purpose, to share the specialty, mission-related products that only Museum Stores offer. These products have been carefully curated to reflect the individual qualities and personalities of each institution. Many items featured are created and supplied by local artisans, designers, manufacturers and other small makers. When you make a purchase from a museum store, you are also supporting local, regional, and national businesses.
While there is only one Museum Store Sunday each year, we encourage you to “Shop With Purpose” of museum stores throughout the year. * You shop with purpose by simply taking your family to a museum in your home town or visiting outside your region. * You shop with purpose when you shop for all occasion gifts, life events, or other celebrations at a museum store. * You shop with purpose by becoming a member at your favorite museum. * You shop with purpose by attending museum gatherings and special store events. However you choose to shop with purpose, we thank you!
Community support makes Museum Store Sunday possible. Designed to communicate to the world and general public the value andimportance of nonprofit retail with its curated products and unique experiences, Museum Store Sunday puts the spotlight on museum stores through a dedicated day—the Sunday following Thanksgiving.
We need your financial support to further the continued success and growth of Museum Store Sunday. Help us fund this groundbreaking initiative so we can continue shining a global spotlight on our museum stores and cultural institutions for future years.
Your tax-free gift to the Museum Store Sunday Fund will go a long way to support MSA’s Museum Store Sunday. The Museum Store Association is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and your contribution is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. No goods or services are provided in exchange for your generous financial donation.
Support the Museum Shop Association… by simply promoting your specialty merchandise here:
https://museumstoreassociation.org/about/
Be a DONOR: Show that you care…
Membership
Your Museum Store Association membership gives you the tools, education, and community to enhance your visitors’ experience. Nonprofit retail professionals across the nation turn to MSA to connect, learn and do business with like-minded professionals that understands the intricacies of museum stores.
Connect
MSA offers a community of nonprofit retail professionals who share the same goals, to have a thriving store that extends the visitor experience. With more than 1,200 members representing institutions and vendors, the MSA community is invaluable for seeking advice, building partnerships and connecting with the top product developers and vendors in the industry.
Here are Ways to Stay Connected to the MSA Community:
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- MSA Conference & Expo is the premiere opportunity for nonprofit retail professionals and vendors to have one-on-one meetings and discuss product strategies for the year.
- The Shop Talk online community allows you to ask questions, seek advice and gain insights from your peers on best practices and lessons learned.
- MSA Chapter involvement allow you to connect with local professionals through in person meetings, local excursions and collaborative projects.
- MSA partners with regional and national markets to give institution and vendor members more opportunities to meet specifically about the retail needs of cultural institutions.
Memberships for INSTITUTIONS & INDIVIDUALS:
The Museum Store Association Institution Membership gives you access to the knowledge, resources and community you need to create a thriving, revenue-producing store that supports the greater mission of your cultural institution. Nonprofit retail professionals across the nation turn to MSA to connect, learn and do business with like-minded professionals that understands the intricacies of museum stores.
Support the Museum Store Association… by simply joining, giving, sponsoring, and partnering here: