A Trusted Network for Museum Development Leaders

AMDA membership connects heads of Development from museums of every size across North America.
It provides a confidential and collegial space to exchange ideas, ask questions, and learn from one another—strengthening both individual leadership and the field as a whole.

Each year, a leading art museum hosts the AMDA Annual Conference, a centerpiece of our community.

Beyond the conference, members engage through AMDA’s private listserve, an invitation-only forum where professional questions are shared, ideas are exchanged, and opportunities are posted in a trusted peer environment. Pose pressing questions, share pertinent information, and stay connected year-round with this resourceful network of peers.

Membership and conference participation are open to the senior-most development executive at each art museum.
Each institution may enroll one representative, and membership is required to attend the annual conference.

AMDA’s strength lies in its members—the dedicated professionals shaping the future of art museum development.
 Explore the network of institutions and leaders who make this community exceptional.