Museum visits fall by 4 percent

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Visits to UK museums declined by 4% from 1997-1998, according to a report by the Museums and Galleries Commission, entitled 'Museum Focus 2'. Half of the population never go to museums. Over 90% of museums have their conservation work by outsiders and a lot of museums do not have specialists among their employees. From 1997-1998 there was a 20% rise in volunteers working at museums versus a 2.5% decrease in full-timers.

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Museums losing visitors

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There has been a 40% decline in visitor numbers to UK museums. People are taking short breaks abroad, attracted by the strong pound sterling and low cost flights. They are spending their leisure time going to gymnasiums or visiting bars and restaurants as a form of relaxation. Young people and ethnic males are not keen on the arts. Museums are trying to change their image with events such as Museums and Galleries Week.

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British Museum's wing completed

Article Abstract:

A brief description is presented of the new wing of the British Museum which opened in December 2000. The 100-million pounds sterling construction is designed by Norman Foster and has added 40% more space to the museum.

Design and construction, Buildings and facilities, Buildings, British Museum, Building additions

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