Culture
How Museums Build Social Wellbeing: The Four-Part Model Behind the Sector's Community Turn
Museums are increasingly designed to foster social wellbeing, moving beyond visitation as a mere byproduct. The American Alliance of Museums outlines a four-part model—Health and Wellbeing, Valuing Diverse Communities, Continued Education and Engagement, and Strengthened Relationships—to measure this community impact.
Katerina Volkova·July 9, 2026