With support from the California Arts Council, Museum Educators of Southern California (MESC) will prioritize professional development opportunities offering targeted workshops that empower our members with the latest knowledge and best practices in museum education. Upgrading our digital capabilities, including website enhancements and online resources, will expand our reach to a wider audience. We will also invest in community outreach initiatives, fostering collaborations and partnerships with community organizations and underserved communities. By organizing special events and tailoring programs, we will ensure accessibility and inclusivity. Finally, we will enhance our marketing and communication efforts through comprehensive campaigns, digital advertising, and social media outreach to attract more members and supporters. These strategic allocations will enrich our professional development programming and positively impact the Southern California community.
Museum Educators of Southern California (MESC) is one of the oldest and largest organization in the nation serving museum education professionals. For over 30 years, MESC has provided its members with opportunities for professional development, theoretical discourse, practical training, and networking. Since MESC’s founding, the field of museum education has evolved, and in response to this, in 2015, members of the MESC Board of Directors began to reevaluate the purpose of the organization. With guidance and support from membership, the board launched a two-year, multi-phase process that resulted in a new organizational mission, vision, values, and leadership structure–voted on and approved by membership in June 2017–that now serve as the foundation for MESC. Through this time of strategic development and growth, MESC has continued to offer core programming to membership including an Annual Institute.

