View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/whydoweh...
Museums have been a part of human history for over 2,000 years but they weren't always like the ones we visit today. J. V. Maranto uncovers the evolution of museums, from the first museum in 530 BC (curated by a princess) to PT Barnum’s freak shows and beyond.
Lesson by J. V. Maranto, animation by Zedem Media.