I
haven't seen anyone weigh in much on this...I would say that library and museum
work are very different, and most likely you would not be considered for a
museum position with an MLIS without experience in museums. You
would have too much competition from people with museum/public history
degrees. And I suppose you also need to consider what aspect of work
you're interested in...admin, curatorial, registration, education? I fear
your professors gave you misinformation...it's really two different worlds.
JMO.
Any
other thoughts out there? I think this is an important
question.
Candace Perry
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