EGMUS Standard Questionnaire
This questionnaire forms the foundation for collecting comparable museum statistics across Europe. It defines key indicators and is used in multiple countries as part of national surveys.
This Standard Questionnaire was adapted by the EGMUS group in November 2013. You are invited to use all the questions or choose those which are appropriate for your national survey.
The EGMUS Standard Questionnaire (English) focuses on the key indicators for museums, including:
- Identification of museums (to differentiate them from 'museum-like' institutions, such as exhibition halls or 'Kunsthallen')
- Types of museums
- Opening hours
- Legal status and ownership
- Exhibitions and visits
- Expenditure and income
- Personnel
- Use of information and communication technology
Why a Standard Questionnaire?
The questionnaire helps improve data quality and comparability by offering a shared structure. It supports member states in aligning national statistics with Eurostat and EGMUS goals.
