Royal Ontario Museum Mission
To transform lives by helping people to understand the past, make sense of thepresent, and come together to shape a shared future. The ROM builds and sharesglobal collections, creates knowledge, inspires learning, encourages gathering, andsparks exchange on topics within the intersecting worlds of art, culture, and naturethat matter to people and communities.
Royal Ontario Museum Vision
To become a distinctly 21st century museum. The ROM will be known globally forexpanding the boundaries of knowledge, innovation in presenting that knowledge,and public relevance within the intersecting worlds of art, culture, and nature. TheROM will be universally recognized as Canada’s leading museum and as one of theforemost cultural institutions anywhere in the world.
About Royal Ontario Museum
he Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) is one of Canada’s foremost cultural institutions, offering dynamic exhibitions and educational programming that span art, culture, and nature. Through its expansive galleries and collections, ROM connects visitors with stories of human history and the natural world, making knowledge accessible to diverse communities across Ontario and beyond. The museum houses over 13 million objects and specimens, providing a platform for scholarly research, public engagement, and cultural exchange.
With a vision to inspire wonder and deepen understanding, ROM curates experiences that bridge the past with the present. It serves as a vibrant hub where curiosity is ignited and learning is nurtured—welcoming people of all ages to explore, question, and grow. ROM’s commitment to inclusivity, innovation, and education is evident in its evolving exhibitions and outreach efforts that aim to foster a sense of shared humanity and environmental responsibility.
