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Book Synopsis: Museum Collecting Lessons explains how and why museums meet their fundamental duty to collect. It is the first book of its kind to explore the diverse ways these unique institutions acquire what is preserved and used for exhibitions, programs, publications, and online applications. The 11 chapters that make up the volume are written by museum practitioners working in art, history, and science museums in the United States, Canada, and India.
Together, the essays provide fascinating insights into a wide variety of significant acquisitions and museum collecting initiatives. The authors explain customary collecting methods, including donation, purchase, and field retrieval. Commonly shared acquisition denominators are also covered and include mission pertinence, quality control, the feasibility and legality of acquisition, personnel and volunteer involvement, and long-term retention assurances.
The philosophies and realities presented within the case studies shine light on recent debates about who is included or excluded in museum collections – especially when it comes to race, ethnicity, gender, political perspectives, places of habitation, and economic status.
Museum Collecting Lessons reflects upon past and ongoing issues relating to museum acquisition practices. Offering valuable insights about philosophical, practical, and ethical collecting practices, the book will be of interest to aspiring, beginner, and experienced museum professionals around the world.
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Looking to gain expert knowledge on museum collecting practices? Look no further than Museum Collecting Lessons: Acquisition Stories from the Inside. This groundbreaking book delves into the essential duty of museums to acquire artifacts for exhibitions, programs, publications, and online applications. With contributions from museum practitioners across art, history, and science museums in the United States, Canada, and India, this book offers a diverse range of insights into significant acquisitions and collecting initiatives.
Discover the customary collecting methods employed by museums, including donations, purchases, and field retrievals. Gain an understanding of the key factors that influence acquisitions, such as mission pertinence, quality control, feasibility, and legality. Explore the involvement of personnel and volunteers in the acquisition process and how long-term retention is ensured.
What sets Museum Collecting Lessons apart is its focus on the social and cultural implications of museum collecting. The authors tackle debates surrounding inclusivity in museum collections, addressing issues of race, ethnicity, gender, political perspectives, places of habitation, and economic status. Gain valuable insights into the philosophies and realities behind museum acquisitions, opening your eyes to the complexities of this essential practice.
Whether you're an aspiring museum professional or a seasoned veteran, Museum Collecting Lessons is a must-read. Expand your knowledge of philosophical, practical, and ethical collecting practices with this comprehensive and insightful book. Start your journey towards becoming an expert museum professional today!
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