Can Your Museum Really Afford to be Invisible?
Amy Kehs Amy Kehs

Can Your Museum Really Afford to be Invisible?

Learn why museum communications and marketing are essential—not optional—and how to include strategic communications, audience development, and public engagement in your next museum grant proposal. Ideal for museums and cultural institutions looking to boost visibility and donor support.

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Strengthening Your Museum’s Digital Presence
Amy Kehs Amy Kehs

Strengthening Your Museum’s Digital Presence

Museums work incredibly hard to create memorable, engaging experiences for visitors once they step through the doors. But what about before they get there? That’s where your digital presence comes in — and it might matter more than you think.

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Collaborating with Neighbors to Build Community
Amy Kehs Amy Kehs

Collaborating with Neighbors to Build Community

Museums play a unique role in their communities, not just as cultural and educational hubs, but also as valuable partners in building a more connected, vibrant town. Here are some practical strategies museums can use to partner with local neighbors, promote each other’s events, and encourage community engagement.

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Favorite Marketing and PR books for Museums
Amy Kehs Amy Kehs

Favorite Marketing and PR books for Museums

Here's my list of five must-read public relations and marketing books. This collection might have been written for other industries but they can easily be adapted for museums. These essential reads will empower your museum to connect with audiences, enhance your brand, and drive engagement.

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Duck, Duck, Repurpose
Amy Kehs Amy Kehs

Duck, Duck, Repurpose

If you're looking for ways to maximize your content and reach new audiences without creating everything from scratch, content repurposing is the solution. At the Momentum Weekend Workshop, I learned some fantastic tips from repurposing expert Jeff Sieh—who showed us how to turn a simple set of Legos into multiple different creations, just like how you can transform your content into various formats. Read on to discover practical strategies to repurpose your content effectively and keep your audience engaged across all platforms.

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Creative Design and Your Visual Brand
Amy Kehs Amy Kehs

Creative Design and Your Visual Brand

Why is a museum’s brand important? Why should a museum have a brand designer? I interviewed Lindsay Williams, the owner of Lindsay Williams Design, to answer these questions.

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Building Your Comms Dream Team
Amy Kehs Amy Kehs

Building Your Comms Dream Team

These are the 5 hats of a museum communications dream team. Depending on the size of your museum and the number of jobs in your organizational chart, the number of people that do these jobs can vary.

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5 Tips to Optimize a Guest’s Museum Visit
Amy Kehs Amy Kehs

5 Tips to Optimize a Guest’s Museum Visit

“Do what you do so well that they will want to see it again and bring their friends.” I love this quote by Walt Disney so much because it really embodies everything I know and believe about Public Relations, Brand Messaging, and Communications. A great visitor experience at your museum starts by focusing on wayfinding, clear communication, and creating an experience that visitors will want to share with others.

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