10 difference between archive and museum
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An archive is a repository of records. The mission is to collect, organize, preserve, and provide access to non-current documents stored in a repository. The focus is on non-current materials. Increasingly, archival materials are being digitized to provide easier information access.
A lliberary is a collection(s) of creative and informational sources such as books and other materials selected, organized, and maintained for use in study, research, or leisure. Services are provided that facilitate access and use of materials to meet user needs. The emphasis is generally on current, up-to-date materials. The increase in electronic materials has made it possible to access library resources from anywhere, anytime.
A museum is an institution dedicated to preserving and displaying collections of physical artifacts and specimens that have value within a particular context. Exhibits are created to facilitate study and enjoyment of these physical collections. In some cases, items such as books, manuscripts, scrolls, maps, letters, diaries, and other documents are maintained by museums. In some cases, the definition extended to historical monuments, aquaria, arboreta, botanical gardens and other large areas with many artifacts and specimens. Increasingly, museums are digitizing their artifacts and specimens so they can be shared online.