AZMNH is guided by the following core principles:

Empowerment
We promote scientific thinking and aspire to a world in which everyone sees themselves as able to engage with science, evaluate evidence and affect change.

Experimentation
We operate in a way that embraces creative thinking, pilot testing and trial and error as part of our growth.

Co-authorship
We are committed to creating with members of our communities for our communities.

Discovery
We promote exploration and discovery by everyone and to contribute to society’s knowledge.

These values supplement the City of Mesa and Mesa Arts and Culture department values, which also guide our work.