Records, circa 1974-1989

Object Details

Notes: For an administrative history of the Office of Museum Programs (OMP), see Record Unit 629.
Addl. KW Subjects: Ningbo River (China) (RU 630); Yung River (Zhejiang Sheng, China) (RU 629); (RU 624)
Organization: Unarranged
Summary: These records document the museological work of the Office of Museum Programs (OMP) among its various constituencies -- international, national, and local. The records focus on training for smaller museums in all aspects of museum work, including security, registration, conservation, graphics, education, and development. Of special interest are files on the outreach efforts to American Indian tribal museums by the National American Museum Program.
Repository Loc.: Smithsonian Institution Archives, Capital Gallery, Suite 3000, MRC 507; 600 Maryland Avenue, SW; Washington, DC 20024-2520

Creator: Smithsonian Institution Office of Museum Programs
Subject: Smithsonian Institution Office of Museum Programs National American Museum Program

Type: Black-and-white photographs; Collection descriptions; Manuscripts; Audiotapes

Topic: Museums--Educational aspects; Professional education; Indians of North America--Museums