Museum Basics: The International Handbook - Paperback

by Timothy Ambrose (Author), Crispin Paine (Author)

Museum Basics provides an accessible and comprehensive introduction to professional practice in museums, galleries and related heritage organisations.

Author Biography

Timothy Ambrose is an international consultant working in the field of museums and cultural heritage. He is a Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries of London and a Fellow of the UK Museums Association. He has a particular interest in the role of museums in place-making and destination development and has published widely on museums and cultural heritage.

Crispin Paine is a former curator and museum consultant, now an author and museum volunteer. He is a Visiting Lecturer at the Open University, a Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries of London and a Fellow of the UK Museums Association. He has particular interests in local community museums and the material culture of religion.