The document discusses building the permanent collection of a museum. It aims to have exhibits and instruments from every country in the world. The collection scope is being rethought to add more diversity and breadth. Acquisitions come from existing collections, collectors, dealers, auctions, and makers. Challenges include the global scope, access to remote areas, cultural sensitivity, and balancing resources. Lessons learned are that scope and procedure need refinement, more upfront research is important, and field work cannot be replaced. Next steps include filling collection gaps, replacing placeholders, research, and reviewing relationships to exhibit narratives.