The International Council of Museums is an international organization of museums and museum professionals that is committed to the research, conservation, continuation, and communication to society of the world’s natural and cultural heritage, present and future, tangible and intangible.

ICOM is a membership association and non-governmental organization that establishes professional and ethical standards for museum activities. As a forum of experts, it makes recommendations on issues related to cultural heritage, promotes capacity building, and advances knowledge. ICOM is the voice of museum professionals on the international stage and raises public cultural awareness through global networks and cooperation programs.

• 44 686 professionals
• in over 138 countries
• with 118 national committees
• and 32 international committees

ICOM is the only global organization in the museum field.

ICOM has five main missions:

• establish standards of excellence
• lead a diplomatic forum
• develop a professional network
• lead a global think tank
• carry out international missions