International Museum Day-2023

 

International Museum Day is celebrated annually on May 18th. The event was developed to promote the study and preservation of the world’s natural and cultural heritage.  

 

What is International Museum Day?

The International Council of Museums (ICOM) organizes International Museum Day. Although it officially began in 1977, it can be traced back to a gathering dubbed the Crusade for Museums in 1951.

Each year, the participating museums organize activities and exhibitions centred on a specific theme. The theme for 2023 is ‘The Future of Museums: Recover and Imagine,’ which is inspired by global changes over the last year. The theme allows people to visualize future museums and respond to current concerns.

The festival is a yearly celebration of museums that aims to highlight the importance of museums in society. The yearly exhibitions strive to increase public attendance and appreciation of museums through engaging and creative activities. It also provides a platform for museums to raise awareness about any issues or themes that they consider important. 

How is International Museum Day is celebrated 

International Museum Day events and activities differ around the world. Previous year’s events include: 

1. Miselerland, Luxembourg, museum-hopping bus tour 
2. Poetry, live music, and dancing 
3. Museums open at night or provide sleepovers in numerous countries. 
4. Competitions and workshops 
5. Storytelling, presentations, and lectures

 

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Some of the famous Museum around the world

Museums gather historical artefacts, papers, and other objects from civilizations, societies, and natural elements all around the world. Museums also have interactive exhibits and displays that teach visitors about historical, scientific, and cultural events.  Here are a handful of the most famous museums that would be ideal places to visit on International Museum Day. 

 

• British Museum, London 
• Guggenheim Museum, New York 
• Van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam 
• Museo Larco, Lima
• The Acropolis Museum, Athens 

The goal of International Museum Day (IMD) is to create awareness about how “Museums are an important means of cultural exchange, enrichment of cultures, and the development of mutual understanding, cooperation, and peace among peoples.” International Museum Day is celebrated on or around May 18th each year, and events and activities might last a day, a weekend, or an entire week. For the first time, IMD was commemorated 40 years ago. An increasing number of museums around the world are celebrating International Museum Day. Last year, over 37,000 museums from 158 countries and territories took part in the event.