Permanent collection

A permanent collection refers to a group of artworks or artifacts that a museum or gallery owns and retains indefinitely. Unlike temporary exhibits, which may only be displayed for a limited time, the permanent collection showcases items that are considered essential to the institution's mission and history. These works are often significant due to their cultural, historical, or artistic value, and they allow visitors to engage with the institution's core themes and narratives over time. The collection may be displayed, loaned, or conserved, but it typically remains with the institution as a foundational aspect of its identity.