Museums in Motion: An Introduction to the History and Functions of Museums (American Association for State and Local History)
By Unknown Author.
Description
Here is a complete introduction to the history of museums, types of museums, and the key roles that museums play in the twenty-first century.Following an introductory chapter looking at what a museum is today, Part I looks at the history and types of museums: art and design museumsnatural history and anthropology museumsscience museumshistory museums, historic houses, interpretation centers, and heritage sitesbotanical gardens and zooschildren’s museumsThe second part of the book explores the primary functions of museums and museum professionals:to collectto conserveto exhibitto inter...
ISBN(s)
1442278803, 9781442278806
