vision, mission & strategy

At National Museums NI, we are embarking on an ambitious programme of transformation to ensure that we achieve the maximum public benefit through everything we do.

Vision

Our organisational vision is to celebrate who we are; telling the stories of our past, challenging our present and shaping our future. We believe that our museums can set an example in adapting to change, encouraging debate, promoting reconciliation and supporting diversity and sustainability.

Mission

Develop, manage and care for our collections to benefit current and future generations.
Make our collections accessible to the widest possible audiences.
Play a leading role in the economic and social wellbeing and future of this place.
Build an organisation where people feel valued.

Strategy

Our Corporate Strategy sets out what we will do to achieve our vision and mission. It describes our commitments and enablers which we use to navigate our opportunities and challenges. View our Corporate Strategy 2021 - 2025.

Draft Corporate Strategy 2025 - 2030

National Museums NI’s Draft Corporate Strategy 2025–2030 positions our museums and collections as change-makers, amplifying impact through identity, peacebuilding, environment, and innovation, to shape bold solutions for our future.