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1
New York Times bestseller and acclaimed memoir.
Explores life as a museum guard at Met.
Captivating insights into art and its creators.
A poignant escape from life’s mundane challenges.
Celebrates the vibrant community of museum guards.
Describes hidden treasures and stories of the Met.
Empathetic and beautifully written by Patrick Bringley.
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Price Range: $13.12
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Discover the magic of the Louvre Museum.
Intimate journey with former NY Times bureau chief.
Explore legendary and overlooked masterpieces.
Meet the curators and artisans behind the art.
Blend of investigative journalism and personal memoir.
Secrets of Paris's grand cultural monument revealed.
Fall in love with art and history.
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Price Range: $15.30
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Discover the Louvre's hidden gems and masterpieces.
Experience an intimate journey through the museum.
Meet the passionate people behind the art.
Blend of investigative journalism and personal memoir.
Explore galleries, rooftops, and secret spaces.
Uncover the Louvre's rich history and culture.
Fall in love with Paris's iconic attraction.
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Price Range: $14.99
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Personal story of founding director Lonnie Bunch.
Details triumphs and challenges of the museum's creation.
Inspirational and humorous reflections throughout the narrative.
Highlights importance of African American history in America.
Offers insights into museum management and leadership.
Captures the museum's early success and public reception.
Encourages readers in cultural and nonprofit sectors.
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Price Range: $28.75
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Profiles heroes rescuing lost cultural treasures.
Explores complex motivations behind rescue efforts.
Addresses controversial issues like repatriation and appropriation.
Covers diverse historic periods and cultural objects.
Highlights the impact of tourism on heritage sites.
Examines ethical dilemmas in cultural preservation.
Features ten unique and compelling rescue stories.
Price Range: $36.00
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Guidance for engaging small museum audiences.
Case studies showcasing successful evaluation programs.
Essential marketing and public relations strategies.
Checklists for accessibility and visitor experience.
Encourages community advocacy and involvement.
Tips for tailoring programs to audience needs.
Promotes museum's role as community resource.
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Price Range: $45.00
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Comprehensive guide for emerging artists.
Learn to present your art professionally.
Networking strategies for the art community.
Identify suitable galleries for your work.
Effective communication with gallery owners.
Best practices for displaying your artwork.
Tips for successful art openings and events.
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Price Range: $5.38
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Essential guide for front-line interpreters.
Clear, concise language with practical examples.
Incorporates modern interpretive concepts.
Draws on principles from interpretation's past masters.
Connects with in-depth resources by renowned authors.
Proven approaches from National Park Service.
Backed by research and effective strategies.
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Price Range: $27.00
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Comprehensive guide for historic district advocates.
Focuses on political strategies for local campaigns.
Teaches community engagement and support building.
Offers techniques for organizing effective campaigns.
Guides on handling opposition and public officials.
Provides strategies for sustaining community momentum.
Essential resource for preservation commissions and activists.
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Price Range: $54.99
10
Explores libraries, archives, and museums' historical development.
Analyzes cultural and societal impact through the ages.
Chronologically arranged for easy understanding and reference.
Detailed background for graduate students and professionals.
Covers ancient Sumer to 21st-century institutions.
Discusses collaboration and technology's impact on institutions.
Predicts future directions for cultural heritage organizations.
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Price Range: $47.00
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Learn curatorial methodologies from an expert.
Understand the complexities of curatorial work.
Focus on DEAI principles in curation.
Engage with real-life examples and activities.
Step-by-step guides for practical application.
Align with institutional missions and audience perspectives.
Develop skills in curatorial writing and leadership.
Price Range: $50.00
12
Explores a mysterious painting's history and authenticity.
Connects diverse characters through art and intrigue.
Uncovers the journey of Flowers and Fruit.
Investigates a potential Gauguin forgery or masterpiece.
Highlights the role of museums in art history.
Utilizes never-before-seen archives for new insights.
Offers a thought-provoking look at art valuation.
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Price Range: $45.00
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Transform your museum experiences with structured engagement.
Utilize the innovative Thinking Museum® Approach effectively.
Learn 10 Questioning Practices for dynamic discussions.
Implement the CHOOSE framework for impactful conversations.
Facilitate inquiry-led discussions with confidence and ease.
Enhance participant experiences through collaborative communities.
Empower educators in diverse museum and heritage settings.
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Price Range: $49.95
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Insights from top artists and art market insiders.
Exclusive anecdotes and personal stories shared.
Contributions from renowned figures in contemporary art.
Thoughtful and critical entries enrich understanding.
Entertaining guide for art enthusiasts and collectors.
Edited by respected art historians and entrepreneurs.
Explore secrets of the global art market.
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Price Range: $9.25
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Explores contemporary issues in historic house museums.
Guidance for creating comprehensive interpretive plans.
Addresses accessibility challenges for museum properties.
Discusses race and gender in museum interpretation.
Features practical guidelines and successful program examples.
Includes lively illustrations for enhanced understanding.
Valuable for students and museum professionals alike.
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Price Range: $39.83
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Practical guide for unmanaged collections management.
Defines logical exits for project management.
Focuses on big picture, not details.
Helps prioritize and organize collection work.
Includes success stories and resource bibliography.
New chapter on collections management systems.
Essential for museums and cultural institutions.
Price Range: $35.00
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Redefines traditional house museum engagement strategies.
Promotes community collaboration for enhanced visitor experiences.
Inspires innovation through art, theater, and urban design.
Focuses on sustainable practices for long-term success.
Offers insightful examples of effective museum practices.
Challenges the notion of authenticity in historic spaces.
Empowers museums to evolve with modern communication methods.
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Price Range: $28.62
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Expert insights from leading art-world professionals.
Comprehensive guide to gallery management strategies.
Updated edition with fresh market insights.
Results from over 8,000 gallery surveys included.
Aspirational yet practical business approaches.
Effective marketing strategies for art galleries.
Enhances customer engagement and loyalty.
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Price Range: $27.28
19
Comprehensive guide to museum registration and management.
Updated sixth edition with 56 new chapters.
Covers all aspects of collections registration.
Includes topics on digital and contemporary art.
Addresses ethical and legal considerations in collections.
Features a glossary and model collection forms.
Resource list for further research and guidance.
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Price Range: $95.13
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Explores Benin Bronzes' colonial history and impact.
Discusses cultural restitution and repatriation debates.
Critically examines Western museums' role in imperialism.
Narrated by acclaimed actor Ben Onwukwe.
Recognized by major publications as essential reading.
Highlights recent returns of Bronzes to Nigeria.
Offers insights into decolonizing museum practices.
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Price Range: $20.44
21
Documents planning and construction of Getty Center.
Designed by renowned architect Richard Meier and Partners.
Set on a stunning 110-acre hilltop in Los Angeles.
Includes essays on collaborative architecture challenges.
Chronology details key design and construction milestones.
Features photographs from accomplished photographers.
Showcases drawings of Central Gardens by Robert Irwin.
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Price Range: $42.00
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Explores art's relationship with money today.
Analyzes contemporary art market dynamics.
Discusses globalization's impact on art business.
Examines post-2008 art market developments.
Unravels strategies artists use for career advancement.
Demystifies collecting and investing in art.
Highlights emerging art forms in the market.
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Price Range: $21.83
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Guidelines for exhibit label planning and writing.
Written by leading consultant Beverly Serrell.
Expands on the classic Making Exhibit Labels.
Addresses diverse audience label writing techniques.
Explores theoretical and interpretive label considerations.
Discusses technological impacts on label production.
Essential reference for museum professionals and educators.
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Price Range: $30.05
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Explores multisensory engagement in museums.
Interdisciplinary insights from various professionals.
Focuses on touch, sound, smell, and memory.
Enhances understanding of cultural experiences.
Addresses needs of sensorially impaired audiences.
Encourages innovative exhibition design strategies.
Promotes physical interactions with museum objects.
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Price Range: $39.99
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Insights from recognized museum leaders.
Practical solutions for inclusive leadership.
Explores systemic racism in museums.
Personal exercises for self-reflection.
Enhances decision-making processes.
Builds equitable practices in organizations.
Valuable tool for museum leaders.
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Price Range: $47.99
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Explores controversial monuments and memorials in America.
Addresses historical events shaping contemporary society.
Highlights the impact of Charlottesville rally in 2017.
Discusses threats to democracy and history education.
Encourages sharing relatable human stories effectively.
Revised edition tackles current issues in monument culture.
Empowers citizens to understand their rights and responsibilities.
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Price Range: $48.58
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Best practices for Native cultural interpretation.
Case studies from diverse museums nationwide.
Improves relations with Native communities.
Encourages partnerships between tribes and museums.
Incorporates Native perspectives in museum practices.
Inspires action among museum professionals.
Supports shared authority in interpretive processes.
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Price Range: $33.70
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True-crime adventure about a bizarre theft.
Explores obsession in the world of fly-tying.
Based on the infamous feather heist of 2009.
Investigates the value of rare bird specimens.
Blends natural history with a thrilling narrative.
Features a relentless pursuit of justice.
Captivating for fans of true-crime stories.
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Price Range: $32.20
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Essential guide for strong theme writing.
Based on 30 years of research legacy.
Includes examples, worksheets, and exercises.
Features contributions from notable experts.
Portable companion for various writing environments.
Facilitates community-based theme development.
Accessible for interpreters of all experience levels.
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Price Range: $31.00
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Comprehensive coaching guide for interpreters.
Enhances interpretation skills and audience experience.
Distinguishes coaching from mentoring roles.
Based on over 200 hours of practical coaching.
Focuses on understanding relationships and client needs.
Supports interpreters' professional development effectively.
Essential resource for aspiring and experienced interpreters.
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Price Range: $20.00
