The Jewish Museum is one of only 13 musuems in London to be awarded designated status by the Museums, Libraries and Archives Council (MLA). MLA’s Designation Scheme identifies the preeminent collections of national and international importance held in England's non-national museums, libraries and archives, based on their quality and significance. These inspiring collections represent a vital part of our national cultural and artistic heritage.

The Jewish Musem received Full Accreditation in May 2007. Awarded by the Museums, Libraries and Archives Council (MLA), Full Accreditation demonstrates that our museum meets the minimum standards in museum management, visitor facilities, user services and collections care. The Accreditation scheme, originally established as Museum Registration in 1988, has helped museums raise standards throughout the UK. As public expectations of museums grow, the scheme ensures that Accredited museums reach or surpass these standards and remain accessible and accountable to present and future generations of visitors.