# Musée d'ethnographie de Genève

- **Website:** <https://meg.ch>
- **Primary alias:** `meg.ch`

## Description

The MEG, or the Museum of Ethnography of Geneva, is a museum that focuses on global sociocultural and environmental issues. It delves into issues such as decolonization, collaborative processes, and sustainability, forming the core of its vision. The museum's collections consist of more than 75,000 objects, 200,000 books, and various audiovisual and documentary materials, connecting the MEG with cultures from all five continents. Located in a remarkable contemporary building in Geneva, the museum serves as a symbol of its audacity and uniqueness. The MEG aims to foster social, cultural, and intergenerational diversity by providing spaces for interaction and exchange, including its library, café, and landscaped garden. With its broad program of activities, including exhibitions, workshops, concerts, and conferences, the museum explores various contemporary issues, such as social inequalities, racial disparities, and global climate change. The MEG also actively engages with source communities, diasporas, and indigenous peoples to promote respect and mutual knowledge sharing. Recognized for its quality and innovative cultural offerings, the MEG has received numerous distinctions and awards. The museum is committed to embracing the future by supporting critical debates and reflections on topics that intersect arts, sciences, philosophy, culture, history, and politics. Through its fundamental reorientation focused on decolonization and sustainability, the MEG continues to evolve as a vibrant and inclusive cultural institution. With a rich ecosystem of collaborators, such as artists, researchers, cultural and educational partners, visitors, and cultural bearers, the museum is dedicated to transforming its role in the community. Notably, the MEG has been recognized for its sustainability efforts, receiving international labels and awards for its societal, social, health, and environmental commitments. With its commitment to exploring pressing societal issues from a local perspective while connecting with global realities, the MEG invites visitors to engage in meaningful conversations and critical reflections on our rapidly changing world.

## Industries

- 🧪 Science and Education
- 🧪 Libraries and Museums _(under Science and Education)_

## Links

- [youtube](https://youtube.com/channel/UCM8U_N6Ls5zWe3DycHjEzTQ)
- [facebook](https://facebook.com/MEGeneve)
- [linkedin](https://linkedin.com/company/meggeneve)

## Logos & icons

- logo _(primary)_ — PNG, SVG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idj-OiCL-p/w/820/h/261/theme/dark/logo.png?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1778922811920)
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## Colors

| Name | Hex | Theme |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cerulean | #009bd8 | accent |
| Cod Gray | #131110 | dark |
| Anakiwa | #a6e5fd | light |

## Fonts

- var(--bs-font-sans-serif) — asset _(custom)_
- var(--bs-body-font-family) — asset _(custom)_

## Imagery

- banner _(primary)_ — JPEG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idj-OiCL-p/w/200/h/150/idJcQaGOyu.jpeg?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1778922812056)

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