Dunn Museum staff celebrates after learning of reaccreditation by the American Alliance of Museums, an honor held by fewer than 3% of museums nationwide. Courtesy of the Lake County Forest Preserves

By Shaw Local News Network

The Bess Bower Dunn Museum in Libertyville has once again earned the highest national recognition: reaccreditation by the American Alliance of Museums.

This honor confirms that the Dunn Museum, operated by the Lake County Forest Preserves, continues to meet the highest national standards. Fewer than 3% of museums in the U.S. are accredited, placing them among a prestigious group that includes The Art Institute of Chicago and Adler Planetarium.

“Receiving reaccreditation is a tremendous honor,” said Alyssa Firkus, director of education at the Forest Preserves. “It

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