Kingston Association of Museums, Art Galleries & Historic Sites

Our Vision

At KAM, we believe in the power of cultural heritage to IGNITE IMAGINATION, DIALOGUE, and ENGAGEMENT, thereby enriching and supporting vibrant, diverse and healthy communities.   We envision a RESILIENT, INNOVATIVE and RESPONSIVE cultural heritage network integral to the identity, health and expression of the Kingston and area community.

Our Mission

KAM’s mission is simple - to champion, nurture and amplify Kingston’s cultural heritage landscape by fostering PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT, ADVOCACY, PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT, and COLLABORATIVE PARTNERSHIPS.

Our Values

KAM has evolved over time, but the values that drive what we do and how we do remain the same:

EMBRACE COLLEGIALITY.   INSPIRE EXCELLENCE.

ENCOURAGE INNOVATION.  FACILITATE COLLABORATION.

EMBRACE DIVERSITY.  ACT WITH INTEGRITY.