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Don’t be evil!
How can museums keep the public’s trust? Because of their positions of power as cultural institutions, they must do more than obeying the law. They should serve the public interest and be ethical stewards for their collections. This means not … Continue reading
Locking Doors or Broadening Minds?
Through successful exhibitions, museums connect objects and ideas to individuals. It is impossible to fully anticipate audience response. Yet the importance of positive public reaction is undeniable. People initially vote with their feet and subsequently vote with funding. Federally funded … Continue reading
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