Most Read This Week In Museums

[close] For anyone interested in books on this topic, including the following overlapping sub-topics: (1) Antiquities trafficking/looting; (2) Art market scandals, incl. forgery; (3) Nazi-looted art (& returns; (4) Returning/repatriating cultural artifacts*; (5) Investigations of art heists (6) Museum scandals The group's primary goal is to share a list of recommended (nonfiction) books--see https://www.goodreads.com/group/bookshelf/1206818-art-and-antiquities-crime-nonfiction-reading that will appeal either to a newcomer or more well-versed readers. The discussion page can be used to exchange ideas, and/or recommend other media on the topic (magazine articles, podcasts and TV series). The list will be broken down into the following sub-themes (which have some overlap): -Antiquities trafficking and looting -Art market scandals, incl. Art forgery (late 20th C/early 21st C) -Nazi-looted art (and returns) -Returning/repatriating cultural artifacts* -Investigations of art heists -Museum scandals Our reading list(s) will include older/out-of-print titles as well, since some of these are really useful from a historical perspective. *Books on more theoretical or legal concepts (e.g., 'what are museums' responsibilties?), or best practices, won't feature prominently, unless they are seminal. But, readers interested in how these topic relate to art and antiquities crime are encouraged to create an in-depth group, and use the discussion page(s) to share links and invite others.

[close] A place to discuss all the unique aspects of Deaf culture as highlighted in the thriller Silent Fear (A novel inspired by true crimes) by Lance & James Morcan. This group can also be an intersection of sorts where Deaf and hearing people can engage and learn from each other.

[close] Book group for staff based at Oxford University Museum of Natural History. A place to share things you've read and what you thought, as well as a place to voice what you'd would like to read and get people's thoughts. We will post regular recommendations. Comments are welcome even if you haven't read the books(!).

[close] Welcome to Short & Sweet Treats! We are here to read books together, engage in discussions, and have fun. We play lots of games and read lots of good books! Each month, we will read a different genre voted by our members, at 200 pages or less. This is great for those who may have busy schedules and is also a good way to acquaint yourself with a genre you haven't tried yet. You may end up discovering you like a new genre you never would have imagined. Active participation is encouraged. But much like desserts and other treats, take what you want and leave the rest. Having fun is mandatory :)