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Historic House Museums: A Practical Handbook for Their Care, Preservation, and Management
Historic House Museums A Practical Handbook for Their Care Preservation and Management Author:Sherry Butcher-Younghans Historic house museums can be found in nearly every city in the United States and Canada. Despite their popularity, it is not uncommon to find museums that are in poor repair, their collections neglected and their staffs grossly overworked. Many are run by well-meaning and hard-working volunteers who have little or no professional training. Oft... more »en they survive on shoestring budgets and are able to present only limited programs. Serving both as a hands-on guide and reference, this book examines these problems, offering practical advice and solutions which can be easily implemented. Its useful "lessons" include governance, where to find help, care of collections, conservation, security, and interpretation--all designed to increase the professionalism of the historic house museum.« less