(a) The Trust shall administer the Program and coordinate the Program with federal, State, and private programs that complement or facilitate carrying out the Program.
(b) The Trust shall:
(1) survey the locations, resources, and needs of museums in the State;
(2) provide technical and general advisory assistance to museums that qualify or seek to qualify for grants under the Program; and
(3) encourage museums to develop long-range plans and to achieve accreditation by the American Association of Museums or another appropriate entity that accredits museums and helps them to meet professional standards.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Title 5A - Division of Historical and Cultural Programs
Subtitle 3 - Maryland Historical Trust
Part V - Historical and Cultural Museum Assistance Program
Section 5A-353 - Purpose of Program
Section 5A-354 - Museum Assistance Review Panel
Section 5A-355 - Duties of Trust
Section 5A-356 - Museum Ineligibility