The organization aims to promote excellence in museum programs, teaching, and other forms of interpretation by:

1. Creating a professional network for its members;
2. Providing ongoing professional development opportunities for people at all levels of experience;
3. Provoking thought, discussion and inspiration in areas of intellectual interest to members;
4. Encouraging research and dissemination on the theory and practice of museum education;
5. Increasing awareness among all members of the wealth of available museum resources; and
6. Serving as an advocate for museum educators.