Videos tagged with Museum Advocacy

This discussion delves into the complexities of museum curation, particularly concerning firearms collections. Ashley Hlebinsky, a museum consultant, shares insights on the challenges of funding, staffing, and interpreting historical artifacts. The conversation highlights the importance of provenance, the debate around presentism in historical interpretation, and the evolving role of museums in engaging the public with sensitive or controversial subjects. Specific examples from the Matthew Browning Collection and the LA Police Museum illustrate these points.