Our Mission, Vision, & Values

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of the WWPL is to promote an understanding of the complexity of the life and times of President Woodrow Wilson, his impact on the world, his relevance today and for the future.

VISION STATEMENT

The Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library and Museum seeks to increase the understanding of the life and legacy of the 28th President through the presentation of innovative and informative exhibitions, programs, archives, tours and other initiatives.

VALUE STATEMENT

We seek to be a trusted, relevant source of information on Woodrow Wilson by providing a balanced viewpoint of Wilson, the times in which he lived and the region where he was born.

We strive to show that Wilson and his actions during his presidency are relevant today and can provide solutions to problems facing our country and the wider global community.

We serve our visitors and the wider community as we wish to be served – with dignity, respect and courtesy.

We provide an engaging educational experience for the public including opportunities to engage with our museum and archival collection, the grounds and buildings.

We support those studying Wilson, provide an inclusive, supportive and productive research community and help them share their knowledge widely.

We effectively steward the Manse, the buildings and grounds to insure that future generations are able to visit and learn more about Wilson, his life and times.

We sustain the work of the Library through the use of innovative, creative and sound business practices.

We aspire to be an active, collaborative partner with local, national and global communities.

We are determined to insure the success of the library, museum and other parts of the organization through creativity, innovation and hard work.