Resource Kit

Resource Submission

Have a resource you would like to submit for our Resource Kit? Submit using the form below: 

ARCS Website Resource Submission Form (opens in a new window)

*Please note: All resources submitted will be reviewed by the Educational Resources Sub-Committee prior to posting. 

Instructions

1. Active Members of ARCS should sign into their account before accessing our Resource Kit to ensure they have full access to all of our resources. 
2. To filter our resources by Subject select one of the primary subject areas above.  
3. If you would prefer to filter our resources by Type, or narrow down your selected Subject area by Type, select the type of resource you would like to view. 
4. Resources can also be filtered by Resource Tags which are located on the right hand side of the screen. 

Please note: While selecting the desired facet(s), the list of options narrows down in real time based on the matches that contain all selected choices.

Well, that could have gone better

February 22, 2025

In a field where we pride ourselves on being as close to perfect as possible it can be a relief to know that we are not alone in making mistakes. Join our expert panelists Theresa Ketterer - Registrar and Collections Specialist at the Marianna Kistle…

Managing Previously Unmanaged Collections: A Practical Guide for Museums (opens in a new window)

January 2, 2024

Managing previously unmanaged collections can be challenging. The process of securing the collection and making it accessible needs the mindset of a collections manager as well as the one of a project manager. The target audience are museum professio…

Things Great and Small Collections Management Policies, Second Edition by John E. Simmons (opens in a new window)

June 29, 2021

This revised edition of Things Great and Small is a comprehensive resource for preparing and implementing collections management policies. Drawing on his extensive experience as a collections manager, educator, consultant, and surveyor for the AAM’s …

Collections Management Policy (American Alliance of Museums) (opens in a new window)

June 29, 2021

Resource from the American Alliance of Museums regarding Collection Management Policies