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TO PROMOTE AND SHARE A DEEPER UNDERSTANDING AND RESPECT OF NATIVE AMERICAN PEOPLES THROUGH THE COLLECTION, PRESERVATION, AND INTERPRETATION OF THEIR TRADITIONAL AND CONTEMPORARY ART AND MATERIAL CULTURE.

To preserve, promote, educate and make our lighthouses accessible to all. We manage Big Sable Lighthouse and the Ludington North Breakwater Lighthouse located in Ludington,MI, Little Sable Point Lighthouse in Silver Lake and the White River Light Station in Whitehall,MI

They are working towards the goal of raising enough funding to erect a building to house the City of Owosso’s First Motorized Pumper, a 1921 American LaFrance Pumper (shown above) as a monument dedicated to the firefighters of Shiawassee County that have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. This memorial will also serve as a museum celebrating the rich history of firefighting in Shiawassee County.

The Poston Community Alliance's mission is to preserve the stories, historic structures and artifacts of the former site of the Poston Concentration Camp located on the Colorado River Tribes Reservation.

Mission Statement: The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History provides learning opportunities, exhibitions, programs and events based on collections and research that explore the diverse history and culture of African Americans and their African origins. Vision Statement: The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History strives to be a world-renowned history museum with outstanding collections and research used to produce innovative exhibits that celebrate significant events and accomplishments of African Americans. Core Values: Integrity: We will say what we do and do what we say Respect:  The key to our success is to value the contribution of each employee in the pursuit of our mission Communication: We will present our opinions, listen to others, and ask for clarification to reach a common understanding Education: To educate our customers in a way that is meaningful to them, we will continue to enhance our knowledge of African American history and job competency Teamwork: We are committed, individually and collectively to the Museum’s mission, and will work in a collaborative manner to ensure its accomplishment Customer Commitment: We will provide our customers with an experience that exceeds their expectations Stewardship: We will value, preserve and effectively manage the financial and non-financial assets that have been entrusted to our care

TO INSPIRE LEARNING THROUGH PLAY IN AN INTERACTIVE

The Mission of the Pritzker Military Library is to acquire and maintain an accessible collection of materials and develop appropriate programs focusing on the Citizen Soldier in the preservation of democracy.

Exhibits demonstrate a timeline of history beginning with the villages of the Seewee Indians and the settlement at Jamestown, S.C. by the French Huguenots, through the rice planting on the Santee River plantations and the establishment of the Town of McClellanville as a coastal resort. Displays also tell of the simple lifestyle of the postwar farmer, the rise of timber harvesting in the 20th Century and the growth of the local seafood industry. The museum attempts to educate its visitors as well as entertain them.

Aviation Preservation and Education. Focusing on the history of WWII aviation training of British cadets at Falcon Field Airport, Mesa Arizona.

The Museum of Prairiefire Foundation (Museum at Prairiefire) is committed to innovative learning in science, the arts and natural history. Through a founding collaboration with the American Museum of Natural History in New York City, as well as with other cultural and educational institutions in the nation, the Museum at Prairiefire is a place that provides ACCESS FOR ALL to understand and celebrate natural history and science in our region and around the world. The MAP engages visitors and students of all ages with world-class exhibitions, important programming, and provides significant educational and STEAM opportunities for underserved children through KC Urban Advantage.

TO ENGAGE CHILDREN, THEIR FAMILIES, CAREGIVERS, CLASSROOMS, AND COMMUNITY IN INTERACTIVE EXHIBITS, EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS, CREATIVE PLAY, AND OPPORTUNITIES TO CONNECT WITH OUR COLLECTION OF CULTURAL AND HISTORIC ARTIFACTS. TO BE A WORLD CLASS ATTRACTION TO BENEFIT LOCAL FAMILIES AND TO PROVIDE EXCELLENT EXPERIENCES TO VISITORS FROM OUTSIDE OF DULUTH.

The Spanish Town Heritage Foundation champions the Hispanic Legacy of the Inland Empire’s first settlers by sharing their stories, creating cultural learning opportunities, and leading community efforts to restore and revitalize La Placita de los Trujillos, a place of history, learning, entertainment and the arts.