What is YMEC? The Youth Museum Exhibit Collaborative was founded in 1990 to develop and travel engaging exhibits for children, their parents, teachers, and caregivers. YMEC is an innovative response to the rapid growth of children’s museums and the increasing demand for high quality, educational, and fun interactive experiences. Exhibits featured on this site were all developed with the lively collaborative process and high expectations shared by YMEC members. Each exhibit targets children five to twelve years old and their families and occupies a 1,200 square foot area. The exhibits include a range of hands-on experiences designed to meet the American Disabilities Act (ADA) specifications and contain dual language text (English-Spanish and English-French). They are available for rental by museums outside of the Collaborative and come complete with educational program manual, marketing and sponsorship information, and detailed information on installation and support. For schedule and availability, check the Exhibits page.