Museums in Motion: An Introduction to the Histories, Functions, and Aspirations of Museums, Fourth Edition - Paperbackby Juilee Decker (Author) This book explores the histories and functions of museums while also looking at the current standing of museums and their ongoing efforts toward relevance, resiliency, and future proofing. Section I examines the beginnings of museums with chapters dedicated to art and design museums; natural history and anthropological museums; science museums; museums focused history and the past; and gardens, zoos, and children's museums.