International Museum Day 2015 – Museums for a Sustainable Society
Every year since 1977, ICOM (International Council of Museums) has organised International Museum Day (IMD), which represents a unique moment for the international museum community.
On this day, participating museums plan creative events and activities related to the International Museum Day theme, engage with their public and highlight the importance of the role of museums as institutions that serve society and its development.
The Objective of International Museum Day…
To raise awareness of the fact that, “Museums are an important means of cultural exchange, enrichment of cultures and development of mutual understanding, cooperation and peace among peoples.”
Organised on and around 18 May each year, the events and activities planned to celebrate IMD can last a day, a weekend or a whole week.
Participation in International Museum Day is growing among museums all over the world. In 2014, more than 35,000 museums participated in the event in over 140 countries from all continents.
Find out more
Find out more about what International Museum Day is (in short) and how to prepare your museum and plan your activities for International Museum Day.
