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Information about the history of collecting and suggestions for different ways to approach museum collections and related activities. It proposes that museums should rather be encouraged to build collection strategies of the 21st century than repeating the old pattern that is based on the idea of eternal growth. Whereas most of the articles provide a philosophical context for the collections and their use, the book also addresses the practical issues concerning collections mobility, such as immunity from seizure, insurances, non-insurances and state indemnities, long-term loans, loan fees, and digitisation. It is also pointed out that standards, trust, and good networking form the basis for all co-operation. Survey of current good practice in developing loans procedures and tips for museum professionals who are determined to explore and research collections in order to open our rich collection resources and learn more about European heritage.