Lincoln Memorial Scope of Collections Statement
Anderson L and Intemann A. 2017. Lincoln Memorial Scope of Collections Statement. NPS
A scope of collections statement for the Lincoln Memorial, an NPS unit administered as a unit of the National Mall and Memorial Parks. The Lincoln Memorial (LIME) museum collection preserves those materials directly related to the construction of the memorial, its statue, and murals; the individuals involved in the construction; and the historic events that have happened at the memorial. The LIME collection does not contain objects relating to the life and work of Abraham Lincoln. The collection documents the history and ongoing use and preservation of the memorial. The purpose of the collection is to increase knowledge, understanding, and inspiration among present and future generations through exhibits and interpretive programs and to support research, resource management, and education.
- Type
- Unpublished Report
- Authors
- Anderson, Laura; Intemann, Ashley
- Date of Issue
- 2017
- Publisher
- NPS
- Units
- LINC , NAMA , NCR
- Keywords
- museum collections, scope of collections