Online Collections Publishing Built for Museums

Bring Your Collections to Life Online

eMuseum enables museums and cultural institutions to publish their collections online and engage audiences worldwide. Fully integrated with TMS Collections, it transforms collections data into dynamic digital experiences.

  • Seamless integration with TMS Collections for publishing collection records online
  • Powerful search tools with advanced filters and structured metadata
  • Flexible API for custom integrations and digital experiences
  • Fully customizable design to match your institution’s branding and goals
  • Responsive, mobile-ready interface for access across all devices
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Why eMuseum

Online Collections Publishing Made Powerful

  • Purpose-Built for Cultural Collections
    Designed specifically for museums and cultural institutions to publish collections, exhibitions, and research materials online in an accessible and engaging format.
  • Integrated With the TMS Suite
    Works directly with TMS Collections and TMS Media Studio to publish collections data, images, and media online without manual data extraction.
  • Customizable Digital Experiences
    Flexible templates, APIs, and design customization allow institutions to tailor their online collections to match branding, storytelling, and digital engagement goals.
  • Powerful Discovery Tools
    Advanced search, dynamic filters, contextual links, and tagging make it easier for audiences to explore collections and uncover related works.
  • Global Access and Multilingual Support
    Unicode compliance and multilingual functionality allow institutions to publish collections for global audiences.
Expand Access to Your Collection with eMuseum

Transform Collection Information into Meaningful Stories

eMuseum makes it easier to share your collections with broader audiences through engaging, accessible digital experiences. With powerful tools for discovery, storytelling, and customization, it helps transform your collections data into dynamic online content.

Advanced Search and Discovery

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Help Audiences Find What Matters

Users can search across collections using intuitive search tools and dynamic filters by period, geography, or category, making collections easier to explore and discover.

Rich Media and Interactive Content

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Create Engaging Digital Experiences

Publish high-resolution images, video, audio, documents, and 3D media to create engaging digital experiences that bring objects and stories to life online.

Customizable Digital Collection Experiences

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Design Around Your Institutional Identity

Design your online collections site with flexible templates and layouts that align with your institution’s branding, storytelling goals, and digital strategy.
A Connected Ecosystem for Museum Engagement

Publishing Collections Within the TMS Suite

eMuseum is part of the TMS Suite ecosystem, connecting online publishing directly to collections management and media workflows. Integrated with TMS Collections for collections data, TMS Media Studio for digital asset management, and TMS Conservation Studio for conservation documentation, the platform enables institutions to share collections online while maintaining accurate, consistent data across systems.

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Answers

Common questions about implementation, support, and integration with Gallery Systems.

What is eMuseum?

eMuseum is an online collections publishing platform that enables museums and cultural institutions to share their collections with audiences worldwide. It transforms collections data into searchable, engaging online experiences.

How does eMuseum integrate with TMS Collections?

eMuseum integrates directly with TMS Collections, allowing institutions to publish object records, images, and related information online without duplicate data entry.

Can eMuseum be customized to match our website design?

Yes. eMuseum can be customized using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript templates to align with your institution’s branding and web design, enabling a seamless integration that feels like a natural extension of your website while maintaining full collections functionality.

What types of media can be displayed in eMuseum?

eMuseum supports a wide range of media formats including high-resolution images, video, audio, PDFs, documents, and interactive media such as 3D models.

Does eMuseum support multilingual publishing?

Yes. eMuseum is fully Unicode compliant and supports multilingual publishing and search, allowing institutions to present collections to global audiences.

How much does eMuseum cost?

Pricing for eMuseum varies depending on your institution’s requirements, including configuration, customization, and implementation scope. To receive a tailored quote, we recommend submitting an inquiry through our contact form.

Does Gallery Systems provide look and feel customization for online museum collections?

Yes, Gallery Systems offers a dedicated customization service to tailor the look and feel of your eMuseum site. Our team works with your institution to ensure the online collections portal aligns with your existing website design and provides a seamless navigation experience for visitors.

Is coding required to configure eMuseum?

No, coding is not required to configure eMuseum. Institutions can manage layout elements such as fonts, colours, spacing, and display settings using user-friendly administrative controls. For organizations that require deeper customization, templates are compatible with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, allowing for fully tailored experiences.

Does eMuseum include administrative control features?

Yes, eMuseum provides comprehensive administrative controls that allow institutions to manage how collections are displayed and accessed. Administrators can configure visibility settings, control download permissions, manage user roles, and schedule automated data refreshes to ensure online collections remain accurate and up to date.