Museum secrets. Volume 1 /
There are thousands of museums around the world, but only a few are recognized worldwide. Museum Secrets takes viewers on an insider's tour of these venerable institutions. Each one-hour documentary focuses on a different museum and profile 7-8 objects from the collection. Renowned historians,...
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| Format: | Video DVD |
| Language: | English |
| Language Notes: | In English, with optional French voice-over. |
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[Toronto] :
Kensington Communications,
[2010]
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| Summary: | There are thousands of museums around the world, but only a few are recognized worldwide. Museum Secrets takes viewers on an insider's tour of these venerable institutions. Each one-hour documentary focuses on a different museum and profile 7-8 objects from the collection. Renowned historians, experts and curators reveal the great stories behind these objects, stories of inspiration and passion, science and discovery, protection and preservation. From the best-known iconic objects we thought we knew to the obscure pieces in museum storerooms and vaults, the series probes their fascinating history with dramatic story-telling techniques and stunning cinematography. |
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| Item Description: | Title from container. Videorecording. |
| Physical Description: | 2 videodiscs (176 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in. |
| Format: | DVD ; 5.1 surround sound ; widescreen aspect ratio. |
| Production Credits: | Directors/writers, Robert Lang, Rebecca Snow. |