International Council of Museums

Linda Hall Library Names Scientist, Author, and Museum Director, Eric Dorfman, as New President

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Monday, June 12, 2023

Linda Hall Library has announced the appointment of its new president, Eric Dorfman, Ph.D.

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  • Linda Hall Library has announced the appointment of its new president, Eric Dorfman, Ph.D.
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    Recently announced president of Linda Hall Library, Eric Dorfman, Ph.D (Photo: Business Wire)
    “I am thrilled to join one of the most prestigious science institutions in the United States.
  • “We are delighted to welcome Eric to the Linda Hall Library,” said Marilyn Bartlett Hebenstreit, chair of the board of trustees.
  • Eric has directed three museums throughout his career, and I’m confident his vision will enhance the Linda Hall Library’s legacy and reputation as the place Where Science Lives.”
    As president, Dorfman succeeds Lisa Browar, who led the Linda Hall Library for 15 years.

Matterport Celebrates International Museum Day with Access to Stunning Virtual Tours

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Wednesday, May 18, 2022

In honor of International Museum Day, here are three iconic museums using Matterport to create virtual experiences to engage with and educate more people around the world.

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  • In honor of International Museum Day, here are three iconic museums using Matterport to create virtual experiences to engage with and educate more people around the world.
  • "The George Eastman Museum began experimenting with new forms of digital outreach and engagement in 2020, including creating virtual experiences using Matterport, said Elizabeth Chiang, Staff Photographer at the George Eastman Museum.
  • As a film and photography museum, image quality was an important factor in our decision to choose Matterport.
  • Matterport is a registered trademark and the Matterport logo is a trademark of Matterport, Inc. All other marks are the property of their respective owners.

The 2nd Culture + Tech International Forum & The Palace Museum-Tencent Immersive Digital Experience Exhibition Opens in Shenzhen

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Tuesday, December 21, 2021

SHENZHEN, China, Dec. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Palace Museum and Tencent held the Culture + Technology International Forum in Beijing in November 2017.

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  • SHENZHEN, China, Dec. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Palace Museum and Tencent held the Culture + Technology International Forum in Beijing in November 2017.
  • On December 15, 2021, the 2nd Culture + Technology International Forum was opened at Tencent Binhai Building in Shenzhen.
  • It was co-hosted by the Palace Museum and Tencent, with support from the Digitalization Committee of the Chinese Museums Association and the Informatization Committee of China Cultural Relics Academy.
  • Meanwhile, the pattern-themed immersive digital experience exhibition, co-hosted by the Palace Museum and Tencent T-Museum was unveiled.

China National Silk Museum Shares for the First Time its Conservation Cycle of Cultural Heritage at the 19th ICOM-CC Triennial Conference

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Thursday, May 20, 2021

b'HANGZHOU,China, May 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The 19th International Council of Museums - Committee for Conservation (ICOM-CC) Triennial Conferenceis being held virtually this year from May 17-21 in Beijing.

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  • b'HANGZHOU,China, May 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The 19th International Council of Museums - Committee for Conservation (ICOM-CC) Triennial Conferenceis being held virtually this year from May 17-21 in Beijing.
  • All the dots can be joined through collective expertise in each of these areas.\nOn this most important of international academic and technical communication platforms for conservators, scholars and institutions, the China National Silk Museum participated extensively in the Conference.
  • Two research scientists, Jia Liling and Zheng Hailing, presented innovation in advanced chemical methods to restore fragile textiles.
  • In 2012, the Museum designed and built a textile conservation gallery alongside the permanent exhibition area and laboratory.\n'

Museums Could Face Permanent Closure Without Government Relief as a Result of COVID-19 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, July 3, 2020

Unesco and the International Council of Museums have reported that 1 in 8 museums could permanently close as a result of COVID-19.

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  • Unesco and the International Council of Museums have reported that 1 in 8 museums could permanently close as a result of COVID-19.
  • The American Alliance of Museums estimates that 30% of institutions may not be able to reopen without substantial government relief.
  • The Metropolitan Museum of Art has pushed its reopening to mid-August with reduced opening hours.
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