HISTORY OF ETHNOGRAPHIC COLLECTIONS OF UZBEKISTAN

The article devoted to the history of ethnographic museum collections and classification of ethno- graphic collections of Uzbekistan in the system of museum specialties. Ethnographic collections can be found in various museums in Uzbekistan. Ethnographic collections are the most spread in the museums, such as: history, local history, art, literary museums, memorial museums, home museums, museums-reserve, historical and archi- tectural ensembles. Ethnographic collections in these museums are mainly associated with ethnographic expedi- tions. Ethnographic collections are systematic collection of items that represent the culture of a particular ethnos or ethnic group. Ethnographic collection items are significant in the field of the museum, with preservation of ethnographic information. There are two types of ethnographic collections: material (household, economic, production and religious) reflecting the material culture of the ethnos and examples of non-material heritage (traditions, beliefs, ceremonies and folklore). Ethnographic collection artifacts have specific features, ethnos are important as a means of characterizing the culture