Mission:
To increase public awareness and accessibility of Florida’s maritime heritage through a cooperative network of professionals and organizations active in the research, preservation, documentation, and interpretation of the state’s unique maritime history and cultures.
Purpose:
1] To formulate common policies to encourage joint public actions and projects amongst its members, and create an information network on Florida maritime heritage for the public and private sectors.
2] To encourage and facilitate the adoption of recognized professional museum standards for the management of collections, general operating procedures, development of staff, educational programs and administration of financial resources among member organizations and individuals.
3] To facilitate and organize programs for members and the general public that provide opportunities to actively participate in the research, protection and promotion of the maritime heritage of Florida.