Los Angeles, CA — The heart of culture and innovation is set to beat stronger than ever from May 6-9, 2025, as the American Alliance of Museums (AAM) hosts its Annual Meeting & Museum Expo at the Los Angeles Convention Center. This highly anticipated event will bring together museum professionals, leaders, and enthusiasts from across the country and around the globe to share ideas, exchange knowledge, and explore the myriad ways that museums can inspire trust and engagement within communities.

As we step into an era where public trust in institutions is more crucial than ever, museums are emerging as beacons of reliability. Recent studies indicate that museums inspire higher levels of public trust than news outlets, government organizations, research institutions, and even social media platforms. With this foundational trust, the 2025 AAM Annual Meeting promises an energetic and supportive gathering designed to spark inspiration and dialogue among its attendees.

• 350 Exhibitors and Boundless Opportunities

Visitors to this year’s expo can explore over 350 exhibitors, ranging from innovative technology developers to artisans specializing in traditional crafts. This year’s exhibitors are meticulously curated to help you tackle both current challenges and opportunities within the museum sector. Given the financial constraints, advancements in technology, and the ongoing evolution of audience engagement, these partners are essential for charting a strong path forward amid uncertainties.

“Collaboration is at the heart of what we accomplish in our field,” said Laura E. Hartman, AAM Executive Director. “The exhibitors at AAM’s Expo are not just providing solutions; they are enabling new narratives and experiences that will redefine what we do in our museums.”

• Engaging Sessions and Inspiring Speakers

The conference will feature a lineup of dynamic sessions led by top-note speakers who represent the best of museum thought leadership. Topics will span a variety of crucial themes, including digital innovation, diversity and inclusion practices, and sustainable development in museum curation. Now more than ever, museums are called to remain relevant and resonant in an increasingly fragmented cultural landscape.

Attendees will participate in networking sessions and workshops designed to encourage dialogue about pressing issues in the field. Curation practices, societal impact, and the evolving role of museums in education and advocacy would be profoundly examined throughout the event.

• Los Angeles: A Perfect Venue

Los Angeles, often regarded as the Entertainment Capital of the World, is also home to a myriad of world-class museums and cultural institutions. Venues like the Getty Center, the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), and the Natural History Museum enrich the experience of attendees who will find themselves exploring local cultural treasures during their stay.

“Los Angeles offers a rich tapestry of museums reflecting our diverse society. We are excited to welcome AAM attendees to a city that believes passionately in growing our fields while exhibiting the power of collaboration,” added Barbara Adair, co-chair of the 2025 AAM Planning Committee.

• Connecting with Future Paradigms

As 2025 shapes into one of the most prominent years for the museum field, the AAM Annual Meeting and Museum Expo is poised to create vital connections that will ultimately influence the future of artistry and education for generations to come.

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to engage with your peers, learn from transformative thinkers, and discover solutions that matter to your institution.

For more information on registration, session details, and featured speakers, visit the official AAM Annual Meeting and secure your spot today. Dive into the vision of the future; this is where transformation begins!