What are museums and why do we have them?
Gathering the collection : collections and research
Caring for the collection : conservation and documentation
Putting on a display : exhibiting and interpreting
Engaging in conversation : education, outreach, and visitors' services
Running a tight ship : administration and support
Looking to the future : long-range planning
Getting your foot in the door
Appendix A. Professional associations
Appendix B. Museum studies programs
Appendix C. Museum job search resources
Appendix D. Résumé resources
Appendix E. Suggested books and resources.
