Curationist is more than a digital platform. We partner with museums and archives to open their collections, connect with communities, and share their stories with the world.
Since our launch in 2022, we’ve connected web users to over 5.4 million openly licensed images from leading global institutions. As a free, open-access platform, Curationist is committed to advancing cultural equity, making collections more visible, and ensuring they remain accessible for generations to come.
Curationist Museum Services provides tailored, hands-on support to institutions ready to open their collections and dramatically expand their global reach. Our expertise makes it simple to move from intention to action, with services designed to help you navigate licensing, improve metadata, and seamlessly publish collections online.
Why Partner with Curationist?
● Advance Cultural Equity: Position your institution as a leader in elevating underrepresented and Indigenous narratives.
● Expand Global Reach: Connect instantly with educators, researchers, and cultural communities worldwide.
● Increase Visibility: Showcase your collections on Curationist.org and extend your reach through WikiCommons, Europeana, and other major platforms.
● Preserve for the Future: Digitally safeguard your collections to ensure long-term access and resilience.
What We Offer
● Expert Creative Commons licensing guidance to choose the best open-access approach.
● Funding strategy support, including co-writing grant proposals and sustainability planning.
● Metadata consultation and schema optimization for maximum searchability and impact.
● Technical assistance to publish and integrate collections across platforms.
● Exclusive networking opportunities with international peers and cultural experts.
Curationist makes the process easy, collaborative, and tailored to your institution’s needs. With our support, you’ll not only share your collections widely but also position your institution as a forward-thinking leader in open access and digital preservation.
Take the Next Step
Now is the time to open your collections to the world. Contact us at [email protected] or visit curationist.org to learn how partnering with Curationist can amplify your reach and impact.
