Videos tagged with Museums

This YouTube livestream combines Call of Duty gameplay with a charity fundraising effort for the Royal Armouries and the Cody Firearms Museum. While not a traditional firearm review or demonstration, the stream features curatorial staff engaging with virtual firearms, highlighting their connection to real-world arms and armor. Viewers are encouraged to support these institutions through SuperChat donations and direct links provided in the description.

This video features a conversation with Ashley Hlebinsky, former curator of the Cody Firearms Museum. The discussion covers the intersection of firearms and museums, Hlebinsky's consulting work with institutions like the L.A. Police Museum and the Browning family, the evolving landscape of mainstream museums, and her experience testifying in court cases. The conversation also includes a whiskey comparison between Kyro and Thumb Butte. Ashley can be reached via email and is active on Instagram.

This video, "Battlefield Return: Berlin," partners with the Best Defense Foundation to document six WWII veterans returning to Germany 76 years later. The veterans visit historical sites, museums, and meet government officials, seeking closure. The video also highlights a partnership with SIG SAUER and encourages donations to the Best Defense Foundation. The content focuses on the personal journeys of the veterans and their connection to historical events, with a mention of SIG SAUER products.

This video announces the opening of a museum tour on Memorial Day Weekend. The tour will commence on Sunday morning at 9:30 AM, with museum tours officially starting at 10 AM on Sundays and Wednesdays. An additional tour is scheduled for Monday, Memorial Day, at 10 AM, with no reservations required. The description emphasizes this as a way to honor fallen soldiers and show appreciation.

This video discusses the evolving role of museums in the digital age, questioning whether firearms artifacts are best preserved in institutional collections or private hands for study. It delves into the detrimental impact of "creeping deactivation standards" on the firearm community and draws parallels to how other museum artifacts are treated, suggesting museums might be harming historical firearms through overly strict deactivation. The content promises a rambling but insightful discussion on guns and museum curation.

This video summarizes a trip to Cody, Wyoming, with a focus on preserving and displaying arms history. The creator mentions spending time with fellow professionals dedicated to this cause. While the primary mission for the trip was not achieved, the experience was still enjoyable. The video also includes calls to action for Patreon and SubscribeStar support.

This video showcases the process of installing batteries in a collection of military vehicles. The creator highlights the effort involved and expresses a passion for maintaining operable vehicles and weapons, contrasting this with government museums where such functionality is often restricted. The video also promotes merchandise available through a provided link, inviting viewers to visit over the weekend for enjoyment.

This upcoming YouTube video promises a fascinating exploration of Malta, focusing on the island's extensive firearm collections and historical significance. The creator had the opportunity to film numerous videos featuring excellent gun collections. Additionally, thanks to the Malta Tourism Authority, visits to various historical sites and museums were arranged, capturing content on Malta's rich history, from ancient temples to its role in significant historical events like the Great Siege, corsairing, and World Wars. The creator expresses a desire to return to Malta for further content creation.

This video explores the Buffalo Bill Center of the West in Cody, Wyoming, highlighting its five museums that showcase the enduring spirit, history, and stories of the American West. The description emphasizes that these elements are still alive and thriving within the institution, suggesting a focus on the cultural legacy and historical narratives of the region.

This video, "Two Children (2009)" by the Northern Film School, is a short film inspired by modern mass-produced arms and armor. It contrasts the lives of children working in sweatshops with those in more comfortable environments. The film was a collaborative project between the Royal Armouries education team in Leeds and the Northern Film School, aiming to depict issues relevant to museum collections.