an introduction to the history and functions of museums Alexander, Edward P. (Edward Porter) 1907-2003 creator American Association for State and Local History text bibliography tnu 1979 monographic eng

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xii, 308 p. ill. ; 23 cm. 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 -- Edward P. Alexander ; foreword by William T. Alderson. Includes index. Bibliography: p. 284-292. Museums Museums Museums AM5 A38 1979 069 091005035 pucpr 140808 20240510105852.0 eng