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Re: Multiple collection areas
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Caitlin,

We also use thesaurus terms (in the Attributes section of the object record) to search on what we've termed "Culture-Nationality". We've recently had to parcel out a (defunct) Department's collection into several other Departments, and being able to segregate by this term has helped tremendously!

From: The Museum System (TMS) Users <[log in to unmask]> On Behalf Of Smith, Jeffrey
Sent: Tuesday, June 25, 2019 8:34 AM
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Subject: Re: Multiple collection areas

Caitlin,

We use thesaurus keywords with the dedicated ThesXref type "Web Collections Area." While not as fundamental to TMS as Departments, it does allow us to have two "areas" for objects, which is particularly useful  for contemporary art. It can be used for search both within TMS and online.

From: The Museum System (TMS) Users <[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>> On Behalf Of Caitlin Draayer
Sent: Tuesday, June 25, 2019 9:29 AM
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Subject: Multiple collection areas

Good morning everyone,
Has anyone implemented the use of multiple collection areas? And would you be willing to share any details?
We are considering using this to further refine our Painting and Sculpture department and better sort what is American and what is European. Currently we are basing that sort off the artist's nationality.
Thanks!
Caitlin

Caitlin Draayer
Associate Registrar, Database Administration and Exhibitions
The Baltimore Museum of Art
10 Museum Drive
Baltimore, MD 21218
443-573-1737
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