museums

plural of museum
as in galleries
a building or part of a building in which objects of interest are displayed a trip to the Museum of Natural History

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Recent Examples of museums The findings add to a wider debate about making museums and galleries feel less intimidating and more welcoming to everyone. Harrison Jacobs, ARTnews.com, 17 July 2026 The Smithsonian, primarily known for its public museums in Washington, also assists investigators by identifying bird remains, called snarge, after aircraft collisions. Alexandra Skores, CNN Money, 16 July 2026 Read our complete New York City travel guide here, including our roundup of the best restaurants to eat at before a Broadway show and the best museums in New York City. Madison Flager, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 July 2026 Look for museums, churches and cathedrals To escape the sun, tour guides recommend heading inside museums, churches and cathedrals, which tend to be cooler because of thick walls, high ceilings and, sometimes, air conditioning. The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 July 2026 For me, what stood out most was not just the food, rooftops, or museums. Rafael Peña, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026 But under the surface, new influences — cutting-edge museums and international culinary and design trends — are quietly transforming this city, offering a dose of contemporary sophistication. New York Times, 16 July 2026 In the December letter, the administration told the Smithsonian that its funds were available only for use consistent with the March 2025 executive order and an August 2025 letter that called for a more intensive content review of eight museums. Kelsey Ables, The Atlantic, 16 July 2026 Guests can spend the day exploring Valletta’s museums, historic architecture, restaurants and waterfront before returning to quiet gardens, refined dining and a setting that feels removed from the city despite being only steps away. Corein Carter, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
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Noun
  • The fair’s other two sections have also been expanded, with Presents (for young galleries) now numbering 55 galleries and Solo (single-artist presentations) numbering 25 galleries.
    Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 20 July 2026
  • The avenues running along the park’s eastern and western edges are framed by museums, art galleries, and concert halls bequeathed by Carnegies, Morgans, and Fricks.
    Jeff John Roberts, Fortune, 20 July 2026
Noun
  • The Minneapolis Institute of Art (MIA) has appointed Kevin Tervala chief of curatorial affairs and exhibitions.
    News Desk, Artforum, 17 July 2026
  • Eastern Shore Art Center Fairhope’s creative spirit is on full display at the Eastern Shore Art Center, where rotating exhibitions showcase regional artists alongside workshops, lectures, and community events.
    Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 17 July 2026

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