museum

noun

mu·se·um | \ myu̇-ˈzē-əm

Definition of museum

: an institution devoted to the procurement, care, study, and display of objects of lasting interest or value American Museum of Natural History also : a place where objects are exhibited an art museum

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Examples of museum in a Sentence

a museum of natural history a trip to the Museum of Natural History

Recent Examples on the Web But lately, people are seeing this museum in a whole new light. — CBS News, 18 Sep. 2022 This small museum showcases the stunning natural setting of the region and the human stories surrounding life there. — Sylvie Bigar, Washington Post, 9 Sep. 2022 The historical archives at this Simi Valley museum take a backseat to the Air Force One housed inside three-story windows. — Los Angeles Times, 8 Sep. 2022 Indiana artist Gerry Masse created this outdoor museum on his family’s land, initially to display his own large pieces and those of his friends in a natural setting. — Jeanine Barone, Chicago Tribune, 7 Sep. 2022 After 14 years of being under construction, the museum opened its doors on Tuesday with a gala ceremony to honor the late Jackie Robinson, the Associated Press reported. — Ashlee Banks, Essence, 28 July 2022 Wow, this museum nestled on a mountain in Italy is absolutely breathtaking. — Alexandra Meeks, CNN, 18 July 2022 The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame museum opened in Cleveland in 1995. — Troy L. Smith, cleveland, 13 July 2022 When the Illuminarium immersive museum opened off the Beltline a year ago, the company behind it was already working on a show focused on outer space. — Rodney Ho, ajc, 27 June 2022 See More

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