Museums in motion : an introduction to the history and functions of museums. / txt
Edward P. Alexander ; foreword by William T. Alderson.
- xii, 308 p. ill. ; 23 cm. book
Includes index.
Bibliography: p. 284-292.
What is a museum? -- The art museum -- The natural history museum -- The museum of science and technology -- The history museum -- Botanical gardens and zoos -- The museum as collection -- The museum as conservation -- The museum as research -- The museum as exhibition -- The museum as interpretation -- The museum as cultural center and social instrument -- The museum profession --