♦ International Museum Day is observed every year on May 18 to highlight the vital role of museums in cultural exchange, education, and societal development.

♦ Established in 1977 by the International Council of Museums (ICOM), IMD fosters global awareness of museums as hubs for preserving heritage and promoting peace.

♦ At the 1977 ICOM General Assembly in Moscow, Russia, this served as the impetus for the official creation of IMD. The first IMD was celebrated on May 18, 1978, across 22 countries

♦ 2025 theme: ‘The Future of Museums in Rapidly Changing Communities’.