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About our Collections

The Museum of Pop Culture (MOPOP) maintains a diverse collection of over 85,000 artifacts that serve as touchstones for contemporary popular culture. The permanent collection encompasses a wide range of materials - from artworks and musical instruments to archival documents and couture fashions. As custodians of this important cultural legacy, MOPOP's Curatorial and Collections teams are tasked with the critical responsibilities of documenting, preserving, and exhibiting these objects in ways that honor their historical significance and inspire future generations. Whether it's a vintage guitar used by a legendary musician or a costume from a seminal science fiction film, each item in the MOPOP collection represents a tangible link to the creative triumphs and cultural milestones that have shaped the popular imagination.

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Acquisitions
Materials and Artifacts of Interest
Donations & Gifts
Loans
Research
Rights & Reproductions
Reproduction Service Fees


Collection Strategy

What principles guide MOPOP's collecting strategy?
What is MOPOP's vision for maintaining artifacts?
What are the current areas of interest for MOPOP's acquisitions?
How does MOPOP determine its acquisitions?
What is the process for acquiring new artifacts?
What criteria must new acquisitions meet for inclusion in the permanent collection?

Exhibits

At the Museum of Pop Culture (MOPOP), our exhibitions transform public spaces into dynamic storytelling platforms. Using our expansive collection of artifacts, archives, and multimedia, our Curators, Collections, and Exhibitions Departments craft immersive narratives that illuminate the diverse facets of pop culture.

Whether highlighting the journey of a beloved creator, the evolution of a genre, or the profound impact of a creative movement, these exhibitions engage visitors on personal and intellectual levels. The stories may center on icons and innovations of pop culture, or offer unexpected perspectives by examining people, art, and events through a cultural lens.

Through these captivating displays, MOPOP reinforces its role as a leading educational institution dedicated to preserving, interpreting, and celebrating the touchstones that continue to shape our shared experiences. By inviting visitors to explore these narratives, we foster deeper connections, inspire wonder, and cultivate greater appreciation for the rich tapestry of pop culture.

Current Exhibits
Past Exhibits

Meet our Curatorial & Collections Team

Amalia Kozloff
Senior Curator
Adeerya Johnson
Associate Curator
Melinda Simms
Director, Collections + Registration

Guest Curator Program

MOPOP's Guest Curator Program provides a dynamic platform for elevating emerging curatorial talents and amplifying fresh perspectives on the museum's permanent and oral history collections. Through this initiative, up-and-coming curators are granted hands-on experience working alongside MOPOP's Curatorial, Collections, and Exhibits teams. This collaborative process not only grants guest curators invaluable professional development, but also infuses the museum's exhibition development and installation with innovative interpretations and novel approaches.

Fostering the growth of these emerging voices is essential for ensuring MOPOP remains at the forefront of the evolving landscape of popular culture. By empowering diverse, forward-thinking curators to leave their mark on the museum's programming, MOPOP cultivates a more inclusive, dynamic, and responsive institution - one that can continue to captivate and inspire its audiences with thought-provoking exhibitions, critical discussions, and critiques.

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