Includes bibliographical references (pages 263-272) and index.
List of Figures; Preface; Chapter 1. Introduction; Chapter 2. Planning and Organizingfor Success; Chapter 3. Roles, Responsibilities, and Building the Team; Chapter 4. The Heart of the Museum: Exhibits, Collections, and Educational Programs; Chapter 5. Hiring Your Design and Construction Teams; Chapter 6. Project Management: Predesign, Design, Construction, and Closeout; Chapter 7. Physical Framework Defining What You Will Build; Chapter 8. Financial Planning and Cost Management; Chapter 9. The Capital Campaign; Chapter 10. Communications Strategies; Chapter 11. Operations.
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In an era of expanded responsibility and constricted funding, museum personnel often need strong practical guidance on the best practices for building projects. The authors of Planning Successful Museum Building Projects discuss the reasons for undertaking building projects (new construction, renovation, expansion), the roles and responsibilities of key players, the importance of a strong vision, and the best methods for selecting architects and construction firms. They also offer in-depth information about budgeting and finance, feasibility studies, capital campaigns, marketing, and communica.
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Planning successful museum building projects.
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Museum architecture.
Museums-- Planning.
BUSINESS & ECONOMICS-- Museum Administration & Museology.