In this episode of Crash Course Art History, we’ll learn why museums are so much more than just collections of interesting and pretty objects. Their legacy includes everything from violence to theft, to, oddly enough, mermaid hands.

Introduction: What Counts as a Museum? 00:00
Ancient Versions of Museums 0:59
Cabinets of Curiosities 3:48
Colonialism & Museums 5:10
Critiques of Museums 8:06
The Future of Museums 10:16
Review & Credits 10:58


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