Samlinger
Samlinger is a term used in Danish and Norwegian to denote collections of objects, documents, or data that are gathered, preserved, and made accessible for study, education, and public engagement. In cultural institutions such as museums, libraries, and archives, samlinger form the core content that researchers and the public interact with. A samling usually includes not only individual items but also the information that describes them—their provenance, dates, materials, and past custodians—which supports interpretation and scholarly work.
Types of samlinger vary widely. They can be physical, comprising artefacts, specimens, manuscripts, photographs, prints, and
Management practices focus on acquisition, preservation, documentation, and access. Curators and conservators assess provenance, condition, and