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Museum Curation Basics
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Condition Report
A detailed report documenting the state of an object at a particular time, noting any damages or restorations.
Acquisition
The process by which museums obtain new items for their collections, either by purchase, donation, or bequest.
Deaccessioning
The process by which a museum formally removes an item from its permanent collection.
Conservation
The process of preserving art or artifacts through careful treatment, repair, and preventative care.
Provenance
The history of ownership of an object, including its origins and any transfers of ownership.
Exhibition Design
The process of organizing and arranging objects, information, and multimedia to convey a curatorial narrative in a museum space.
Loans
The practice of a museum temporarily providing objects from its collection to other institutions for exhibitions or research.
Museum Ethics
Principles that govern the conduct of museum professionals and the care, use, and presentation of museum collections.
Museum Cataloging
The process of describing and registering items in a museum collection, often by creating detailed records in a collections management system.
Interpretation
The technique of communicating and explaining the significance and meaning of objects and exhibitions to the public.
Exhibit Accessibility
The design and adaptation of museum spaces and information to be usable by people with a wide range of abilities and disabilities.
Cultural Sensitivity
The awareness and respect for the beliefs, practices, and cultural artifacts of different communities represented within a museum.
Didactics
Educational materials and approaches designed to teach the visitor about exhibits and themes within a museum.
Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
A strategy for controlling pests in a museum environment using preventive and non-toxic methods to minimize damage to collections.
Sustainability in Museums
Practices that minimize the environmental impact of museum operations, such as energy-efficient lighting and climate control systems.
Mount Making
The creation of supports and bases for objects to be displayed in an exhibition, designed to protect and enhance the presentation of the objects.
Artifact Handling
Procedures for safely transporting, installing, and manipulating objects in a museum to prevent damage.
Visitor Experience
The overall impression and educational impact a museum has on its visitors, encompassing all interactions from entry to exit.
Climate Control
The maintenance of specific environmental conditions, such as temperature and humidity, to preserve museum objects.
Digital Collections Management
The use of digital technologies to catalog, preserve, and make accessible museum collections online.
Risk Management
The process of identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks that could affect a museum's collection, staff, and visitors.
Collections Policy
A formal document outlining the guidelines and procedures for managing and caring for a museum's collections.
Narrative Thread
The central storyline or theme that guides the organization and interpretation of exhibitions and displays within a museum.
Docent Training
The preparation and education of museum volunteers or guides to effectively lead tours and educate visitors about the museum's collections.
Repatriation
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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