Values Statement
As an organization, Poster House values the educational opportunities that posters present to discover new relevancies in historic material, contextualize design, and think critically about the influence and direction of messaging in visual communication. The museum intends to speak to a broad and diverse audience of all ages and abilities, and to create meaningful, respectful programming around our exhibitions and the material they include.
Artistic & Intellectual Freedom
We support freedom of artistic and intellectual expression from our staff, professional partners, and community.
Academic Integrity & Trust
As a museum, we aim to always be factual and fair with the information we present. We recognize the need to distinguish between our personal convictions and professional duties, and do not allow our personal beliefs to interfere with fair representation of the aims of the museum.
Learning is Fun!
We believe in creating information-rich content and an environment where learning can be fun, engaging, and accessible for audiences of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities.
Safety & Respect
Poster House is a welcoming space grounded in mutual respect. We prioritize the wellbeing and safety of all who visit, work, and engage with our community. We treat coworkers and colleagues with respect, fairness, and good faith.
Hospitality & Accessibility
We believe in welcoming all visitors by providing equitable access, friendly service, and courteous responses to all requests.
Authorship & Acknowledgement
We aim to be a space where information is shared freely, but credit is always given to its creators and contributors.
The Power of Posters
We love our medium and actively promote the important role communication design has played in human history.
Fair Compensation
We believe expertise and skills should be paid fairly and do not ask for free labor from any outside artists, educators, creators, or scholars.
Inclusivity & Representation
We strive to reflect and uplift diverse perspectives in our exhibits, programs, and staffing, respecting the dignity of every person and actively working to dismantle biases and systemic barriers.