Why Do We Have Museums

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Video

Lina Meerchyad
by TED-Ed
published on 04 March 2021

Museums have been a part of human history for over 2,000 years — but they weren't always like the ones we visit today. J. V. Maranto uncovers the evolution of museums, from the first museum in 530 BCE (curated by a princess) to the freak shows of P.T. Barnum (1810-1891 CE) and beyond.

Lesson by J. V. Maranto. Animation by Saddam Media.

View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/why-do-we-have-museums-j-v-maranto

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