as in galleries
a building or part of a building in which objects of interest are displayed
a trip to the Museum of Natural History
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Recent Examples of museums
My articles are aimed at Culture Vultures who love to seek out the most interesting exhibitions, films, theatre, museums or other cultural events.
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Lee Sharrock, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
As the largest and one of the oldest museums in Orange County, the Bowers has been voted Best Museum in Orange County for the past 30-plus years.
—Amy Bentley, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
Nations Group will combine with the project development team at Legends Global to build an owner’s rep business for facility development and renovation projects across professional sports, universities, municipalities, museums and sports leagues.
—Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Alfaro launched Arizona Talks, a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that hosts events in breweries, co-working spaces and art museums, to discuss pressing and often controversial subjects, like election integrity or immigration, in a public format.
—Taylor Seely, AZCentral.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Loafers and sweaters pack easily and can dress up casual outfits, while blazers and scarves offer layering versatility that keeps you looking sharp from museums to evening dinners abroad.
—Gabrielle Porcaro, Travel + Leisure, 17 Sep. 2025
For the art appreciators among us here in Charlotte, our own museums have worked hard to carefully curate a fall exhibition program that will fill your season with canvas, color and multimodal experiences that will bring beauty and inspiration to the Queen City.
—Amy Carleton, Charlotte Observer, 11 Sep. 2025
His works are held in the collections of major museums around the world, including the Walker Art Center, Minneapolis; Storm King Art Center, New York; the Museum of Modern Art and the Whitney Museum of American Art, both in New York; the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, Washington, DC.
—News Desk, Artforum, 11 Sep. 2025
Though perhaps better known for her work in front of the camera, Liu is also a respected artist behind one, having exhibited her photography, as well as her paintings and sculptures, at galleries and museums around the world.
—Brett Berk, Robb Report, 10 Sep. 2025
Lee Sharrock, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
As the largest and one of the oldest museums in Orange County, the Bowers has been voted Best Museum in Orange County for the past 30-plus years.
—Amy Bentley, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
Nations Group will combine with the project development team at Legends Global to build an owner’s rep business for facility development and renovation projects across professional sports, universities, municipalities, museums and sports leagues.
—Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Alfaro launched Arizona Talks, a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that hosts events in breweries, co-working spaces and art museums, to discuss pressing and often controversial subjects, like election integrity or immigration, in a public format.
—Taylor Seely, AZCentral.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Loafers and sweaters pack easily and can dress up casual outfits, while blazers and scarves offer layering versatility that keeps you looking sharp from museums to evening dinners abroad.
—Gabrielle Porcaro, Travel + Leisure, 17 Sep. 2025
For the art appreciators among us here in Charlotte, our own museums have worked hard to carefully curate a fall exhibition program that will fill your season with canvas, color and multimodal experiences that will bring beauty and inspiration to the Queen City.
—Amy Carleton, Charlotte Observer, 11 Sep. 2025
His works are held in the collections of major museums around the world, including the Walker Art Center, Minneapolis; Storm King Art Center, New York; the Museum of Modern Art and the Whitney Museum of American Art, both in New York; the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, Washington, DC.
—News Desk, Artforum, 11 Sep. 2025
Though perhaps better known for her work in front of the camera, Liu is also a respected artist behind one, having exhibited her photography, as well as her paintings and sculptures, at galleries and museums around the world.
—Brett Berk, Robb Report, 10 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for museums
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The inn is conveniently located in downtown Brenham, just a short walk from various restaurants, art galleries, and shopping destinations.—
Gabi De la Rosa,
Southern Living,
20 Sep. 2025
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These are alternated by art galleries, which are also in sync with the approach the Dries Van Noten store was conceived.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
19 Sep. 2025
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Other key exhibitions included in the Lake Como Design Festival itinerary include a tribute to Italian architect and designer Aldo Rossi.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
18 Sep. 2025
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The space will host salon-style events and exhibitions, creating a permanent cultural hub.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
17 Sep. 2025
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“Museums.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/museums. Accessed 22 Sep. 2025.
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