activities · 5
what they do
direct service · 5
- Collects and displays dollhouses and roomboxesMaintains and exhibits a collection of over 500 antique and contemporary dollhouses and roomboxes for public access and education.
- Hosts special exhibitionsOrganizes and hosts temporary special exhibitions such as "Ray Harryhausen: Miniature Models of the Silver Screen" from September 30, 2025, to May 3, 2026.
- Offers membership and reciprocal admission benefits Admission Access & Membership ProgramsOperates a membership program that includes unlimited admission, exclusive event access, and provides complimentary tickets to events like the Tucson Miniature Society's annual Show & Sale.
- Provides educational programs and campsOffers volunteer-led educational programs including Summer Camp and Rodeo Break Camp, as well as school tours, workshops, and community-based initiatives.
- Trains and manages docent program Guided Tours and Docent-Led ExperiencesRecruits, trains, and deploys volunteer docents to lead guided tours for school children, families, clubs, and older adults, and provides free docent-led tours to members.
strategies · 6
how they think
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- Community Partnerships and Outreach community_partnershipThe organization partners with miniature art organizations and other community entities to support events, enhance public engagement, and expand access to its programs for new and underserved audiences.
- Immersive and Sensory Educational Experiences experiential_learningThe organization uses miniature collections to create immersive, era-specific experiences and operates an interactive museum to provide enchanting, educational, and sensory-rich experiences centered on miniatures, connecting the community through accessible and joyful programming.
- Inclusive and Diverse Museum Access inclusive_access_and_representationThe organization promotes inclusion and diversity by ensuring equitable access to the museum for people of all backgrounds and abilities, and by celebrating diversity among creators and enthusiasts of miniatures.
- Membership and Reciprocal Museum Network membership_modelThe organization utilizes a membership model to provide ongoing access and engagement, enhancing member value through reciprocal access to a broad network of museums.
- Preserving and Promoting Miniature Art for Public Engagement art_preservation_and_promotionThe organization focuses on preserving and advancing the art of miniatures, making it accessible to a broad public to foster appreciation and engagement.
- Volunteer Empowerment and Structured Training volunteer_empowerment_modelThe organization empowers volunteers by allowing them to customize their service and provides a structured, long-term training program for docents to ensure high-quality engagement and commitment.
named programs · 4
what they call their work
Docent-Guided Tours
Tours led by trained volunteer docents for families, clubs, older adults, and other visitor groups
Public Programs and Workshops
Community-based programs, workshops, and camps for all ages, including seasonal offerings like Summer Camp and Rodeo Break Camp
School Tours and Education Programs
Guided tours and educational experiences for school groups, developed and delivered by the Education Department
Special Exhibitions
Rotating exhibitions highlighting diverse aspects of miniature art, such as the Ray Harryhausen exhibit on miniature models in film
relationships · 5
who they work with
- International Guild of Miniature Artisans Partner — Recognized member and supporter organization of the Arnells, connected through shared involvement in the miniature community.
- National Association of Miniature Enthusiasts Partner — Recognized member and supporter organization of the Arnells, connected through shared involvement in the miniature community.
- North American Reciprocal Museum (NARM) Association Network — Includes NARM membership with Experience and Sustaining Level memberships, providing reciprocal access to participating museums.
- Tucson Miniature Society Partner — Collaborates on the 50th Anniversary Show & Sale by providing complimentary admission tickets, showcasing award-winning pieces, and receiving donated proceeds to support museum operations.
- Tucson Miniature Society (TMS) Partner — Partners with the Tucson Miniature Society for their annual Show & Sale event.