History

MOMCC was established in 1978 with the goal of furthering the interchange of materials, information and ideas within the history field.

We welcome membership and participation from administrators, volunteers, interpreters, curators, historians, educators, maintenance/facilities staff, gift shop workers, facilitators, docents and anyone else with an interest in history and public education.

Our Purpose

The purpose of MOMCC is to further promote excellence and to provide a forum for the interchange of materials, information, ideas and consideration of professional issues within the open air, interactive and historical museum professions.

MIDWEST REGION: The Midwest is defined as the eight states of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio and Wisconsin

OPEN-AIR MUSEUM: Interpreting life as material culture in the context of buildings, objects and open space.  A site or facility that interprets history through exhibits, living history interpretation and/or educational programs.

Midwest Open Air Museums Coordinating Council Bylaws