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Podcasting and the Museum Experience
While in only its second year of existence, podscasting has become the biggest thing to hit the internet since blogging. Although undoubtedly popular, the question remains: what does the podcasting phenomenon have to offer museums?
Legal Protection for Cultural Heritage
From the Web site: "Protection of Cultural Property in the Event of Armed Conflict. Prevention of the Illicit Import, Export and Transfer of Ownership of Cultural Property."
Society of Mineral Museum Professionals
Du site W3 : "Mission:
*To foster recognition of mineral science collections as essential scientific, educational and cultural resources.
*To promote support for growth, maintenance and use of collections and exhibits.
*To advance museum practice through cooperation in the development, review and dissemination of information."
Going digital...
Aside from meeting visitor expectations, what are the other benefits of digitization? What must be considered when undertaking a digitization project? How can small museums, with limited resources undertake a digitization strategy?
Designguide.com
Search for products and services in the design + construction industry. Premium directory lists thousands of construction materials + furnishings manufacturers, plus architects, engineers, landscape + interior design professionals.
International Committee for Museums and Collections of Natural History (NatHist)
Du site W3 de l'ICOM : "NATHIST s'intéresse à la conservation de la diversité biologique (tant dans les collections que dans la nature), à l'étude scientifique de l'ensemble du patrimoine naturel et à la communication au grand public de ces connaissances par l'intermédiaire de la muséographie, de conférences et de travaux sur le terrain, etc. Un bulletin assure la liaison entre les membres de ce comité qui devrait être de plus en plus sollicité du fait de l'intérêt porté par le public à la nature et à sa défense. Le comité organise une réunion annuelle."
Heritage Directory of Nova Scotia
From the Web site / du site W3 : "This directory, with more than 280 entries, provides a quick reference list and description about most heritage-related institutions. It includes contact information - names, addresses, telephone numbers, etc. and provides more in-depth information by linking to individual websites. As well, it provides valuable information about genealogical and photographic holdings in most archives and museums."
Metadata
From the Web site: "For Government of Canada legislation, standards, policies, best practices and current initiatives related to this topic, please see the Governance, Policies, Implementing IM and Best Practices sections of the web site: General Information; Information by Topic Area; International Information; Standard Subject Term Lists; Tools; Training"
Manitoba Arts Council
From the Web site: "The Manitoba Arts Council is an arm's-length agency of the Province of Manitoba, established "to promote the study, enjoyment, production and performance of works in the arts." The Council makes awards to arts organizations and individuals in arts education, literary arts, performing arts, touring and visual arts."
