Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Museum Collective?

The Museum Collective (TMC) is a digital marketplace for printable activities, scavenger hunts, guided tours, and educational tools that make museum visits more fun and meaningful for all ages.

Are these official museum resources?

No. All materials are independently created by educators, artists, and museum lovers. TMC is not affiliated with or endorsed by any specific museum.

How do I receive my download?

Immediately after purchase, you’ll receive a PDF download link via email. You can also access your files anytime through your account.

Can I use these for homeschool or school trips?

Yes. Our resources are perfect for field trips, homeschool co-ops, classrooms, and family learning days.

Who can sell on TMC?

Anyone with a creative, educational idea. You don’t need to be a teacher or museum guide — just submit original, helpful content for museum visitors.

What kinds of printables can I create?

Examples include:

Scavenger hunts

Drawing prompts

Word searches

Reflection pages

Themed family games

History and culture guides

We welcome materials for all ages, not just kids.

How do payouts and commissions work?

Your commission depends on your tier:

Founding Creators: 80% commission, $0.20 platform fee

Standard Creators: 55% commission, $0.45 platform fee, $25 to join

Premium Creators: 75% commission, $0.35 platform fee, $59.95 annual fee

Payouts are sent monthly.

Do I have to pay to sell?

The first 200 contributors join free. After that, there's a one-time $25 fee to become a seller on the platform.

Can I sell museum resources in different languages or countries?

Absolutely. TMC is an international platform — we encourage global submissions and multilingual resources. If you DO NOT SEE your musem- simply contact us and we will gladly add it to the platform. 

Is this legal? Can I name the museum?

Yes — as long as your content is original and not directly copying official museum materials or branding. Mentioning museum names for reference is allowed under fair use.

I found a problem with a listing. What should I do?

If you see a resource that might violate copyright or terms, please contact us and we’ll review it right away.

Legal Disclaimer

The Museum Collective (TMC) is an independent platform that allows creators to sell original printable resources designed to enhance the museum-going experience. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected to any museum, institution, or organization whose name, location, or exhibitions may be referenced within the content shared on our platform.

All trademarks, museum names, exhibit titles, or logos mentioned are the property of their respective owners and are used for educational and descriptive purposes only.

Each contributor is responsible for ensuring that their submitted materials:

• Are original or properly licensed

• Do not infringe on museum-owned content, branding, or intellectual property

• Follow fair use principles and applicable copyright laws

TMC does not claim ownership over any third-party content and will promptly review and remove any material reported to be in violation of these terms.