Collection ethics – the third rail of the museum profession. What are the encompassing issues museum face regarding how they acquire, keep and work with their

"Ethical codes evolve in response to changing conditions, values, and ideas. A professional code of ethics must, therefore, be periodically updated. It must als

This volume provides an unparalleled exploration of ethics and museum practice, considering the controversies and debates which surround key issues such as prov

Are your collections up for grabs? Does the spouse of one of your trustees have too much to say about developing the exhibition schedule? How much is too much p

This book considers key ethical questions in museum policy and practice, particularly those related to issues of collection and display. What does a collection