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Museum Curation Basics

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Condition Report

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A detailed report documenting the state of an object at a particular time, noting any damages or restorations.

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Acquisition

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The process by which museums obtain new items for their collections, either by purchase, donation, or bequest.

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Deaccessioning

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The process by which a museum formally removes an item from its permanent collection.

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Conservation

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The process of preserving art or artifacts through careful treatment, repair, and preventative care.

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Provenance

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The history of ownership of an object, including its origins and any transfers of ownership.

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Exhibition Design

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The process of organizing and arranging objects, information, and multimedia to convey a curatorial narrative in a museum space.

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Loans

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The practice of a museum temporarily providing objects from its collection to other institutions for exhibitions or research.

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Museum Ethics

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Principles that govern the conduct of museum professionals and the care, use, and presentation of museum collections.

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Museum Cataloging

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The process of describing and registering items in a museum collection, often by creating detailed records in a collections management system.

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Interpretation

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The technique of communicating and explaining the significance and meaning of objects and exhibitions to the public.

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Exhibit Accessibility

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The design and adaptation of museum spaces and information to be usable by people with a wide range of abilities and disabilities.

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Cultural Sensitivity

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The awareness and respect for the beliefs, practices, and cultural artifacts of different communities represented within a museum.

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Didactics

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Educational materials and approaches designed to teach the visitor about exhibits and themes within a museum.

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Integrated Pest Management (IPM)

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A strategy for controlling pests in a museum environment using preventive and non-toxic methods to minimize damage to collections.

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Sustainability in Museums

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Practices that minimize the environmental impact of museum operations, such as energy-efficient lighting and climate control systems.

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Mount Making

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The creation of supports and bases for objects to be displayed in an exhibition, designed to protect and enhance the presentation of the objects.

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Artifact Handling

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Procedures for safely transporting, installing, and manipulating objects in a museum to prevent damage.

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Visitor Experience

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The overall impression and educational impact a museum has on its visitors, encompassing all interactions from entry to exit.

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Climate Control

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The maintenance of specific environmental conditions, such as temperature and humidity, to preserve museum objects.

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Digital Collections Management

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The use of digital technologies to catalog, preserve, and make accessible museum collections online.

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Risk Management

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The process of identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks that could affect a museum's collection, staff, and visitors.

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Collections Policy

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A formal document outlining the guidelines and procedures for managing and caring for a museum's collections.

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Narrative Thread

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The central storyline or theme that guides the organization and interpretation of exhibitions and displays within a museum.

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Docent Training

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The preparation and education of museum volunteers or guides to effectively lead tours and educate visitors about the museum's collections.

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Repatriation

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The return of cultural artifacts to their country of origin or to their rightful owners, especially in cases of historical looting or theft.

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