touring exhibition

Mobile museum display

A touring exhibition is a curated collection of artworks, artifacts, or displays that travels to multiple venues rather than remaining at one institution.

Museums and galleries host touring exhibitions to bring notable collections to wider audiences: The King Tut touring exhibition drew record crowds across North America.

Also called a traveling exhibition.

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