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Types of Museums - YAML

Museums are classified according to their collection content and function. Major categories include history museums, art museums, science museums, natural history museums, and general museums, each collecting, preserving, exhibiting, and researching materials in specific fields. Internationally, standard classification systems exist through UNESCO and ISO, while Japan has a registration system based on the Museum Act. In recent years, new types of museums that transcend traditional classifications have emerged through the use of digital technology and the diversification of functions.

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- code: "01"
  slug: "history-museum"
  name: "History Museum"
  description: "A museum that collects and exhibits historical materials."
  category: "Humanities Museum"
- code: "02"
  slug: "art-museum"
  name: "Art Museum"
  description: "A museum that collects and exhibits works of art."
  category: "Humanities Museum"
- code: "03"
  slug: "science-museum"
  name: "Science Museum"
  description: "A museum that collects and exhibits materials related to science and technology."
  category: "Science and Technology Museum"
- code: "04"
  slug: "natural-history-museum"
  name: "Natural History Museum"
  description: "A museum that collects and exhibits materials related to nature."
  category: "Natural Science Museum"
- code: "05"
  slug: "general-museum"
  name: "General Museum"
  description: "A museum that comprehensively exhibits materials from various fields such as nature, history, and art."
  category: "General Museum"
- code: "06"
  slug: "archaeological-museum"
  name: "Archaeological Museum"
  description: "A museum that collects and exhibits archaeological artifacts."
  category: "Humanities Museum"
- code: "07"
  slug: "ethnographic-museum"
  name: "Ethnographic Museum"
  description: "A museum that collects and exhibits materials related to ethnic cultures."
  category: "Humanities Museum"
- code: "08"
  slug: "open-air-museum"
  name: "Open-Air Museum"
  description: "A museum that exhibits materials in outdoor spaces."
  category: "Special Format Museum"
- code: "09"
  slug: "memorial-museum"
  name: "Memorial Museum"
  description: "A museum commemorating specific historical events or figures."
  category: "Humanities Museum"
- code: "10"
  slug: "industrial-museum"
  name: "Industrial Museum"
  description: "A museum that collects and exhibits industrial technology and industrial heritage."
  category: "Science and Technology Museum"