The Association of Children’s Museums (ACM)  has recently launched its latest initiative – a podcast series titled “Empowering Young Minds.”  This new series is hosted by Arthur G. Affleck, III, the Executive Director of ACM. “Empowering Young Minds” aims to delve into cutting-edge practices and pioneering research that are set to transform the landscape of children’s museums and childhood education.
The podcast is designed to be a source of inspiration and knowledge, featuring in-depth conversations with a diverse array of guests, including educators, museum curators, researchers, and advocates.

These guests are united by their dedication to championing the rights of all children, ensuring they have access to a healthy, safe, and equitable future. Each episode contains valuable information, giving listeners a closer look at playful learning, the importance of including different perspectives, and the evolving future of early education.

Listeners can expect to be enlightened by the innovative ideas and passionate advocacy shared by the podcast’s guests. By highlighting these groundbreaking efforts, “Empowering Young Minds” aims to inspire and inform, fostering a greater understanding of the pivotal role that children’s museums play in early childhood development and education.

The podcast also aims to inspire curiosity and celebrate fun, hands-on learning. It offers useful advice and practical tips for parents, teachers, and museum workers. We at Tomato Project believe this is very important and support all projects dedicated to children that bring them closer to culture in an inclusive way. The podcast shows how museums can spark curiosity, encourage critical thinking, and boost creativity with interactive exhibits and engaging programs.

But what exactly is ACM?

The Association of Children’s Museums (ACM) is a global organization based in Washington, D.C., with over 470 members in 50 states and 11 countries. With its headquarters in the U.S., ACM also supports children’s museums worldwide, including those in Europe. Notable European members include the Children’s Museum of Rome in Italy, ZOOM Children’s Museum in Austria, and Eureka!, The National Children’s Museum in the UK. These museums actively participate in ACM’s events and benefit from its resources, such as the InterActivity conference, which is the largest gathering of children’s museum professionals globally.