S3209 - Museums, water fowl management, household estate organizations

Operational Details
Museums provide historical, interpretive, geological and other displays that include artifacts, documents, antiques, films, displays and other material with historical value.

Curators of museums recommend the acquisition of paintings, photographs, sculptures, documents, and other artifacts and items of historical value. They research origins and history of the items purchased and inventoried. They develop and carry out plans for displays and themes to be used and exhibition of the museum pieces. They also coordinate the storage of the collections and generally oversee the operations. Part of the responsibilities include the continual searching for artifacts and items that would be of interest to the museum. This may involve travel out of province or country and going on field trips or archeological digs.

Museum cataloguers classify and index museum pieces. Conservation technicians repair items requiring attention. This is accomplished often by using traditional techniques and using whatever methods necessary to keep the appearance authentic. This includes repairing animal, fish, reptile pieces using taxidermy techniques. Painting and frameworks are also restored, using painting and woodworking techniques, etc. Museum extension officers assist in the planning and development of travelling exhibitions and special events. Workers also build models, install artifacts in displays and prepare artifacts for storage and shipping.

Museum workers also conduct guided tours, provide classroom instruction and generally assist the public in better appreciating the arts and sciences. Extensive restoration is ongoing. Ticket sales, guiding, maintenance, janitorial, gardening and ground maintenance are ongoing. Museums are generally non-profit organizations who receive funding through government grants, donations, fundraising, and ticket sales.

SIC Codes
000000753 - Museum
000000897 - Water Fowl
000000898 - Estate