CollectionSpace Features & Functionality
CollectionSpace provides an advanced toolkit to assist with object and procedure metadata management around diverse collections including archaeology, art, history, and natural history objects.
CollectionSpace Features
The CollectionSpace toolkit includes a robust combination of a staff interface, public browser, CSV importer and open API. Highlighted features include:
Standards-based collections management
The CollectionSpace object and procedure records are based on the SPECTRUM standard. CollectionSpace also supports authority vocabularies from various sources including Chenhall, Getty and Library of Congress.
CSV importer tool to streamline data import workflows
The CSV importer allows CollectionSpace users to batch import data from properly-formatted CSV files. To learn more about the Importer, visit the CollectionSpace CSV Importer page.
Web-based, responsive interface with no licenses or limits on user accounts
Permission-based user logins allow your collection management system to be accessible from anywhere with internet access. For more details, visit the Staff Interface page.
Advanced search with export options
Powerful keyword search and retrieval options that allow you to search on any field in a record. Plus the ability to export fields that you select from search results into CSV format.
Public browser for sharing collections
The Public Browser allows you to share selected objects and images with the public instantaneously. For more information on the browser, visit the CollectionSpace Public Browser page.
Rest API
The CollectionSpace API allows you to write your own scripts and integrate with other systems. To learn more, visit the API page.
Try Our Sandboxes
Jump into our sandbox and start playing – a full version of CollectionSpace is available online for anyone to log in, create some records, and get a feel for the system.
Collections Browser
Our user-friendly collections browser provides public access to collection images and information.
About Spectrum
Spectrum is a museum collections management standard that is used around the world. Spectrum provides tried-and-tested advice on the things most museums do when managing their collections. Spectrum calls these activities procedures.
To learn more about the Spectrum standard, visit the Spectrum website.
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