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Book SynopsisRegistration Methods for the Small Museum has been the definitive guide to registration methodology for small museums since 1978. The book covers all aspects of the registration process and provides practical solutions for the small museum professional in a concise, readable manner. This step-by-step guide begins with developing policy and takes the reader through acquisition, numbering, accessioning, documentation, loans, and deaccessioning. It is a great introduction to both manual and computer systems and can help those that are unfamiliar with museum registration systems learn more about their collections. The fifth edition updates the handbook to fit the registration systems in today's small museums and provides additional forms that weren't in previous additions of the book.Features include:oEasy to understand forms and templatesoOverviews of both manual and computer registration systemsoOverview of the acquisition processoOverview of the cataloging processoOverviews of museum lo
Trade ReviewRegistration Methods for the Small Museum is a classic covering everything staff in a small museum needs to know about proper record keeping. The new edition brings the original text carefully into the 21st century. For example, this edition introduces detailed discussion of what to consider when choosing a collections management system. The forms in the appendix are significantly enhanced, so that you now can hit the ground running in almost all thinkable circumstances at a small museum. This edition is an indispensable companion for every museum professional. -- Angela Kipp, collections manager, TECHNOSEUM, Mannheim, Germany, and co-founder and administrator of Registrar Trek
Registration Methods for the Small Museum is a practical “how to” manual for the various aspects of collections management. The book’s step-by-step methods and excellent structure provide the perfect guide to the development of a museum’s core documents and policies. Van Horn’s update of Reibel’s standard should be on every museum professional’s bookcase. -- Matthew S. Davis, Director, Georgia’s Old Governor’s Mansion and Sallie Ellis Davis House
Table of ContentsChapter 1 Why Have a Museum Registration System? Chapter 2 Acquisition Chapter 3 The Accession Number Chapter 4 Accessioning Chapter 5 Documentation Chapter 6 The Catalog Chapter 7 Loans Chapter 8 Computers Conclusion: The Final Word Appendix A Forms Appendix B A Registration Manual for a Volunteer-Run Museum Appendix C Example of a Museum Collection Policy for a Museum with Professional Staff
