Museums in motion : an introduction to the history and functions of museums / Edward P. Alexander, Mary Alexander, and Juilee Decker.
| Author/creator | Alexander, Edward P. author. |
| Other author | Alexander, Mary, 1946- author. |
| Other author | Decker, Juilee author. |
| Format | Book |
| Edition | Third edition. |
| Publication | Lanham, Maryland : Rowman & Littlefield, [2017] |
| Description | xvi, 373 pages ; 27 cm. |
| Subjects |
| Series | American Association for State and Local History book series American Association for State and Local History book series. ^A379042 |
| Partial contents | In memoriam: Edward P. Alexander, 1907-2003 -- What is a museum? -- History. Art and design museums ; Natural history and anthropology museums ; Science museums ; History museums, historic houses, interpretation sites, sites of conscience, and memorial museums ; Botanical gardens and zoos ; Children's museums -- Functions. To collect ; To conserve ; To exhibit ; To interpret and to engage ; To serve and to act ; The profession and professional practices. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Issued in other form | Online version: Alexander, Edward P. (Edward Porter), 1907-2003. Museums in motion. Third edition. Lanham, Maryland : Rowman & Littlefield, 2017 9781442278813 |
| LCCN | 2016048697 |
| ISBN | 9781442278806 (paperback ; alkaline paper) |
| ISBN | 1442278803 (paperback ; alkaline paper) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laupus | History Collection Reference - Does not circulate | AM 5 A374M 2017 | ✔ Available |