Museum of Funeral Customs

Purpose Statement:

To enhance an understanding about ritual practices of death, grief and mourning.

Mission Statement:

The Museum of Funeral Customs collects, preserves and interprets funeral objects that exemplify the development of multicultural mourning customs and funeral practices and their effect on a global society. To accomplish its mission, the Museum presents fixed and traveling exhibitions; offers educational programming for audiences of all ages; maintains a library and archives; conducts tours; facilitates research; publishes related materials; and maintains a website.

Vision Statement:

It is the vision of the Museum of Funeral Customs to become the national center for resources that will enable people to connect the universal human experience of death with the traditions, customs and rituals that celebrate the significance and value of life.