"A building or space for the display of art, usually from the museum's own collection."
Institutions that collect, display, and preserve artworks for public viewing and appreciation.
Art history: The study of art and its development over time.
Museum and gallery history: The study of the development and evolution of museums and galleries, their role in society, and the changing definitions of "art.".
Collection management: The process of acquiring, cataloging, and preserving collections in museums and galleries.
Exhibition design: The planning and execution of exhibit installations, including the design of displays, labels, and signage.
Cultural heritage: The preservation and celebration of cultural artifacts and traditions, including those of indigenous and non-western cultures.
Art conservation and restoration: The methods and techniques used to repair and restore art objects to their original condition.
Curatorial practice: The role of the curator in organizing exhibitions, conducting research, and preserving cultural heritage.
Art interpretation: The study of the meanings and values associated with art objects, and how these meanings are shaped by cultural and historical contexts.
Museum and gallery marketing: The strategies and tactics used to promote museums and galleries to the public, including advertising, social media, and public relations.
Museum and gallery management: The administration of museums and galleries, including financial management, human resources, and strategic planning.
Art museums: Institutions that collect, preserve, exhibit, and interpret works of art, with a focus on visual arts such as painting, sculpture, and photography.
Contemporary art museums: Museums that specialize in exhibiting and collecting works of contemporary art, focusing on art that was created after World War II.
Modern art museums: Institutions that collect, exhibit, and interpret works of modern art, which is typically defined as art created from the late 19th century to the present.
Sculpture museums: Institutions that specialize in collecting, preserving, and exhibiting sculptures, which are three-dimensional works of art made from a variety of materials.
Photography museums: Institutions that focus on collecting, exhibiting, and interpreting photography as an art form.
Fine arts museums: Museums that focuses on a broad range of the fine arts, including painting, sculpture, photography, and decorative arts.
Design museums: Institutions that collect, exhibit, and interpret design as an art form, including graphic design, industrial design, and interior design.
Natural history museums: Institutions that focus on the natural world, including the study of animals, plants, fossils, and other natural phenomena.
History museums: Institutions that preserve and interpret historical artifacts and documents, with a focus on specific periods of human history or cultural traditions.
Anthropology museums: Institutions that focus on the study of human societies and cultures, including their arts, physical and social structures, customs and beliefs.
Cultural museums: Institutions that focus on the cultural traditions of specific groups of people, including ethnic, racial, and religious traditions.
Science museums: Institutions that focus on the scientific study of the physical and natural world, including astronomy, physics, and earth sciences.
Technology museums: Institutions that explore the history and development of technology, including its impact on society and culture.
War museums: Institutions that focus on military history and the impact of war on society.
Children's museums: Institutions that provide interactive exhibits and programs designed to engage and educate young visitors on a variety of subjects, such as science, art, and history.
"It might be in public or private ownership."
"Be accessible to all."
"Or have restrictions in place."
"Such as lectures, jewelry, performance arts, music concerts, or poetry readings."
"Art museums also frequently host themed temporary exhibitions."
"Which often include items on loan from other collections."
"The display of art."
"Usually from the museum's own collection."
"Although primarily concerned with visual art..."
"Used as a venue for other cultural exchanges and artistic activities."
"Often used as a venue for lectures."
"Jewelry...such as lectures, jewelry..."
"Performance arts, music concerts..."
"Poetry readings...such as lectures..."
"Music concerts...such as lectures..."
"Items on loan from other collections."
"Often include items on loan from other collections."
"A venue for other cultural exchanges and artistic activities."
"Items on loan from other collections."