Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
museology
noun
/mjuːˈziːɒlədʒi/
Definition
The study of museums and their role in society.
Examples
- The course in museology offered at the university provides insights into the management of cultural institutions.
- Museology not only involves the physical care of artifacts but also their contextual significance.
- After completing her degree in museology, she was excited to work at the local art museum.
Meaning
Museology encompasses the processes related to the acquisition, conservation, interpretation, and exhibition of museum collections, as well as the theories and practices that guide museum operations.
Synonyms
- museum studies
- museum science
- cultural heritage management
