Introduction

Displaying a collection can be both a science and an art. Characteristics of an excellent display are very noticeable and appreciated. Likewise, characteristics of a poor display do little to support the efforts that went into building the collection on display.

This program area will discuss both private displays of collections in your home, as well as public displays, and many related aspects of the entire area of displaying.

NAC will solicit the expertise of display experts at every level to offer pointers to collectors on how to best display your own personal collection, be it for private view in your home or office, or for a public exhibition. Many collectors are very good at "putting together" displays of their collections for the enjoyment of fellow collectors and others. NAC will also use the resources of display specialists from galleries, museums and retail stores, thus adding to this expertise.

A Program Advisory Group has helped develop this program area and continues to monitor, add to, and refine the information on an ongoing basis. This group is here to assist and give advice whenever necessary. Discussion Forums are available for collectors to gain more specific information from a variety of forum participants. A listing of Resources for this Program Area is provided, as well as a Reference Archive.

The goal of the National Association of Collectors (NAC) is to identify and address those needs and concerns that are common to all collectors by providing a broad range of information and resources.