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vision

The MAG inspires passion for history and art in our community.

Mission

To represent the history, culture and art of Central Alberta for our community and the rest of the world through:

• Researching, collecting and preserving;
• Interpreting and displaying;
• Providing programs that connect people to the past, present and future.

CORE VALUES

As a museum holding and preserving art and artifacts in the public trust for the benefit of present and future generations, we value

Stewardship:

• The MAG is the steward of the objects, ideas, places, traditions and accomplishments of the past that have shaped our present and will guide our future
• We believe that our collective inheritance is an asset that must be preserved, understood, and built upon by each generation
• We advocate for history, culture and historical education

Excellence and Leadership:

• The MAG is built upon excellent research and holds the best quality artifacts for documentation
• We provide exceptional customer service to all our visitors and clients
• We respect the skills and expertise of others and cherish diversity
• We demonstrate responsible and accountable governance

Credibility and Respect:

• The MAG applies rigorous standards in our research and presentation to ensure that we are a credible source of information
• We work in an environment of trust, open communication and honesty

Teamwork and Cooperation:

• The MAG encourages collaboration at all levels of the organization
• We seek collaboration and partnerships with a diverse range of organizations in the community
• We strive to establish links between community issues and the museum's exhibitions and programs

Creativity and Responsiveness:

• The MAG explores all possibilities, seeks diverse opinions and creates a safe environment in which to initiate dialogue

Learning:

• The MAG provides opportunities for learning and personal growth through educational and learning opportunities that inspire and support life-long learning

Our Vision for the Future

At the Red Deer Museum and Art Gallery, we are passionate about learning the stories that art and artifacts can disclose. We delight in learning how to unlock the information that objects can tell us about our past and our present. We want to share the creative energy that comes from learning alongside artists and artisans and engage visitors of all ages in a journey of discovery.