Running a museumTe whakahaere i te muhiama

Manage your institution with skill, whether you’re starting small or growing fast, by following these best-practice guidelines for running a museum.

Exhibition development
Create engaging exhibitions using Kiwi ingenuity and modest budgets.
Accessibility for Museums and Galleries
This resource guide provides a foundation to support museums to deliver an increasingly accessible experience for all members of our Deaf communities and tāngata whaikaha (people with disabilities).
Setting up a museum
Prepare for the challenges of setting up a new museum or gallery.
Legal compliance
Information on common legal issues for museums and galleries, including tax and copyright.
Governance and leadership
Consult our guides on governing museums and galleries, and providing strategic leadership.
Staff and volunteer management
Manage and train your museum’s staff and volunteers.
Customer service
Improve visitors’ experiences and measure customer satisfaction.
Bicultural development
Work towards partnerships in accordance with the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi.
Marketing, visitor research, and museum evaluation
Increase your museum’s reach with cost-effective marketing and communications, and evaluate your museum to see if it’s reaching your target audience.
Funding and sponsorship
Find funding for your museum or gallery, and increase your chances of being funded.