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RDA expiry date: N/A; current until revoked

 

This retention and disposal authority covers records documenting the function of developing and managing collections, their exhibition and access by/engagement with audiences, and specialised commercial operations related to the acquisition and maintenance of the collection.

Functions in PROS 17/03:

  • AUDIENCE ENGAGEMENT
  • COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT
  • EXHIBITION MANAGEMENT
  • COMMERCIAL OPERATIONS.

 

Keywords: acquisition, arts, bequests, collection, exhibition, gallery, membership, museum, preservation, sponsorship, storage. 

 

Material in the Public Record Office Victoria archival collection contains words and descriptions that reflect attitudes and government policies at different times which may be insensitive and upsetting

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples should be aware the collection and website may contain images, voices and names of deceased persons.

PROV provides advice to researchers wishing to access, publish or re-use records about Aboriginal Peoples

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