Let’s Move! Museums Make a Difference in Their Communities
Posted by: Melissa Heintz, Public Affairs Specialist, Institute of Museum and Library Services Last week, the First Lady presented the National Medal for Museum and Library Service to ten libraries and museums for their outstanding service to their communities. The National Medal is the nation’s highest honor for museums and libraries. Two of the winning museums, Amazement Square and the Louisiana Children’s Museum , are participating in Let’s Move! Museums and Gardens . These museums are working to build stronger communities, one family at a time. “Our honorees are doing everything from preparing young people for college, helping entrepreneurs build their businesses, supporting veterans as they transition from military to civilian life, to providing financial literacy and nutrition workshops for parents.” – First Lady Michelle Obama Amazement Square in Lynchburg, VA, is a hands-o...