At 15:54 20.02.1998 EST, Andrew S. Richmond wrote:
>I would argue that the primary reason for museums and similar institutions to
>exist is to *preserve* its holdings.  If something is not preserved, it cannot
>be exhibited or studied.

Certainly, no doubt. But this is only a premise, not a goal.

Fritz

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