[1] 7 Things to See in the Vatican Museums. (2015, April 3). Retrieved March 6, 2019, from https://civitavecchia.portmobility.it/en/7-things-see-vatican-museums This website provides information on the Vatican Museums and includes specific pieces that a tourist should be interested in seeing while visiting. While providing this information, the website also provides specific information on which popes were involved in these pieces, such as which pope used the room or who was in charge of the acquisition of the object.
[2] M.S. Rau Antiques. (n.d.). 17th-Century Cabinet Of Curiosities from M.S. Rau Antiques. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r7toVdAm2u8This video is an antique company trying to sell a 17th century curiosity cabinet, and discussing the history of curiosity cabinets as well as the Baroque style of furniture.
[3] A Little-known Museum In Pisa. (n.d.). Retrieved March 6, 2019, from https://www.tuscany-villas.it/to-tuscany/2016/localities/pisa/museum-of-human-anatomyThis website talks specifically about the Museum of Human Anatomy and its unique history, which coincides with not only the institution it is housed in, but also the history of Pisa itself.
[4] Cain, V. (2008). Exhibitionary Complexity: Reconsidering Museums' Cultural Authority. American Quarterly, 60(4), 1143-1151. Retrieved from http://www.jstor.org/stable/40068568 This article discusses the role of museums on modern culture and society. The author claims that museums have expressed mission statements as well as unexpressed missions.
[5] Carpigiani Gelato Museum in Bologna. (n.d.). Retrieved March 6, 2019, from http://www.tastebologna.net/1/post/2014/08/carpigiani-gelato-museum.htmlThis website introduces the Carpigiani Gelato Museum, which is found in Bologna, Italy. It details the history of the museum, the reason for its housing, and some of the things you would expect to find there. It also gives information on how to find this museum and where to find more information, especially about the gelato-making lessons that are briefly mentioned within the article.
[6] EWTN. (n.d.). Inside the Vatican Museums | EWTN Vaticano Special. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r7toVdAm2u8This video gives a virtual tour of some of the exhibits of the Vatican Museums, as well as shows the amount of responsibility and upkeep is required in taking care of the museums.
[7] Findlen, P. (1994). Possessing Nature: Museums, Collecting, and Scientific Culture in Early Modern Italy. University of California Press. Retrieved from http://www.jstor.org/stable/10.1525/j.ctt4cgf60 This book explores the history of Early Modern Italian museums, as well as where they got their start. It focuses on the relationship between the thought processes of specific time periods and the mission of the museum.
[8] Gelato Museum Carpigiani. (n.d.). Retrieved March 6, 2019, from https://www.bolognawelcome.com/en/home/discover/places/culture-and-history/museums-and-art-galleries/gelato-museum-carpigiani/This website gives a brief overview of the Carpigiani Gelato Museum, as well as information on the displays that are contained there. Information on tour times is also provided.
[9] History - Vatican Museums. (n.d.). Retrieved March 6, 2019, from http://www.museivaticani.va/content/museivaticani/en/musei-del-papa/storia.htmlThis website provides historical information on specific popes as well as particular rooms within the Vatican Museums. In chronological order, this website outlines specific contributions that popes made to the museums.
[10] Home. (n.d.-b). Retrieved March 6, 2019, from http://www.gelatomuseum.com/enThis website is the website belonging to the Carpigiani Gelato Museum. It tells the story of their history, events, and location. It also provides the opportunity for booking tours and classes.
[11] Italy’s museums draw record number of visitors with over 50 million. (n.d.). Retrieved March 6, 2019, from http://www.lastampa.it/2018/01/06/esteri/italys-museums-draw-record-number-of-visitors-with-over-million-GpuhFKcuuPfPUn7hH3Bu3L/pagina.htmlThis website provides facts and figures on the amount of museum visitors in recent years to Italian Museums. It also provides insight on to the plans of the Minister of Cultural Heritage in Italy for budget reform involving museums.
[12[ Jeffers, C. (2003). Museum as Process. Journal of Aesthetic Education, 37(1), 107-119. doi:10.2307/3527425 This article explains partly the history of museums, but also the museum as an institution rather than a fact of life.
[13] Leonardo da Vinci Museum - Florence. (n.d.). Retrieved March 6, 2019, from http://www.museumsinflorence.com/musei/Leonardo-museum.htmlThis website describes the aspects of the Leonardo da Vinci museum as well as a brief overview of the types of exhibits you will find there.
[14] Museo Tecnico Navale della Spezia, La Spezia. (n.d.). Retrieved March 6, 2019, from http://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g187824-d3229196-Reviews-Museo_Tecnico_Navale_della_Spezia-La_Spezia_Province_of_La_Spezia_Liguria.htmlThis website gives customer reviews of the Naval Technical Museum of La Spezia.
[15] Museum of Human Anatomy. (n.d.). Retrieved March 6, 2019, from http://www.atlasobscura.com/places/museum-human-anatomy-pisaThis website describes the history of the Museum of Human Anatomy and how it was started, as well as introducing its creator. After describing the sort of artifact held there, this article also introduces similar museums within the city.
[16] Museums, Archeological Areas and Monuments in Italy. (2013, December 5). Retrieved March 6, 2019, from https://www.istat.it/en/archive/106183This website provides statistics about visits to Italian Museums, as well as admission numbers divided per museum-presenting-institution. This article also provides a way to find more information and review the data.
[17] Naval Technical Museum of La Spezia - Navy. (n.d.). Retrieved March 6, 2019, from http://www.marina.difesa.it/storiacultura/ufficiostorico/musei/museotecnav/Pagine/default.aspxThis website discusses the specific museum of the Naval Technical Museum of La Spezia as well as other military museums sponsered by the same organization.
[18] null, L. edited. (n.d.). People along the street in front of the Medical-Surgical School in... Retrieved March 6, 2019, from https://www.gettyimages.ca/detail/illustration/people-along-the-street-in-front-of-the-medical-surgical-stock-graphic/926756510This website shows a historic drawing based upon an old photograph of what one of the first universities in Italy looked like. I found this useful as a comparison to the modern day university.
[19] Rome, W. in. (2017, November 13). Italy’s museums increase revenue and visitors numbers. Retrieved March 6, 2019, from https://www.wantedinrome.com/news/italys-museums-increase-revenue-and-visitors-numbers.htmlThis website discusses the increase in revenue made by Italian Museums that accompanies an 18.5% rise in attendance numbers.
[20] Technical Naval Museum. (n.d.). Retrieved March 6, 2019, from http://www.cinque-terre-tourism.com/en/cinque-terre-attractions/museums-and-galleries-in-cinque-terre/technical-naval-museum.htmlThis website discusses information about the exhibits of the Naval Technical Museum as well as the reason for its existence, Also found on this page is information regarding hours and where to visit.
[21] Howcast. (n.d.). Top 7 Museums to Visit | Rome Travel. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9A_T-SC2GwoThis video suggests seven museums around Rome to visit, starting with the Vatican Museums. The video evaluates several aspects of the museums that make them desirable spots to tourists who are visiting.
[22] Vatican Museums. (2015, April 2). Retrieved March 6, 2019, from https://civitavecchia.portmobility.it/en/vatican-museumsThis website gives historical information regarding the beginning of the Vatican Museums as well as what sorts of pieces are displayed there.
[23] Visit Naval Museum in La Spezia | Expedia. (n.d.). Retrieved March 6, 2019, from https://www.expedia.com/Naval-Museum-La-Spezia.d6103120.Vacation-AttractionThis website gives information on why the Naval Technical Museum is an important fixture in La Spezia as well as the importance of the Navy within the area. It also provides facts and figures on the size and types of exhibits that are housed there.