Libraries, archives, museums and other cultural activities
What this code covers
Use this division for libraries, archives, museums and other cultural activities when the main activity includes It also includes the preservation and exhibition of objects, sites and natural wonders of historical, cultural or educational interest (for example, World Heritage Sites).. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.
Official NACE Rev. 2.1 labels and explanatory notes are imported from the source dataset. Plain-language explanations are shown separately so readers can compare interpretation with the source text.
- This division includes the activities of libraries and archives; the operation of museums of all kinds, heritage collections of all types, including library and archival documents, botanical and zoological gardens; the operation of archaeological and historical sites or buildings and the activities of nature reserves. These activities include the identification, collection, inventory, conservation/restoration and mediation of cultural or natural, tangible and intangible heritage.
- It also includes the preservation and exhibition of objects, sites and natural wonders of historical, cultural or educational interest (for example, World Heritage Sites).
- manufacture of musical instruments, see 32.20
- renovation, renewal, reconstruction and retrofitting of historical and archaeological sites and buildings, see 43.99
- retail sale of paintings and sculptures (activities of commercial art galleries), see 47.69
- retail sale of second-hand goods, see 47.79
- Compare with 32.20, 43.99, 47.69 when the main activity overlaps another code.
- Review the Rev. 2 to Rev. 2.1 mapping type before migrating old records.
- Check national equivalent caveats before using this code for local registration or filing workflows.
- If the main revenue activity appears in an exclusion, compare the alternative code before deciding.
Use this guide as classification support, not legal, tax, filing, or regulatory advice.
- - This division includes the activities of libraries and archives; the operation of museums of all kinds, heritage collections of all types, including library and archival documents, botanical and zoological gardens; the operation of archaeological and historical sites or buildings and the activities of nature reserves. These activities include the identification, collection, inventory, conservation/restoration and mediation of cultural or natural, tangible and intangible heritage.
- - It also includes the preservation and exhibition of objects, sites and natural wonders of historical, cultural or educational interest (for example, World Heritage Sites).
- - manufacture of musical instruments, see 32.20
- - renovation, renewal, reconstruction and retrofitting of historical and archaeological sites and buildings, see 43.99
- - retail sale of paintings and sculptures (activities of commercial art galleries), see 47.69
- - retail sale of second-hand goods, see 47.79
- - transport and storage activities, see division 52
- - insurance activities, see division 66
- - architectural activities to support the conservation and restoration of cultural heritage properties, see 71.11
- - research activities, conservation sciences devoted to cultural heritage, see division 72
- - activities of tourist guides and lecturers, see 79.90
- - sports, amusement and recreation activities (e.g. the operation of bathing beaches and recreation parks), see division 93
- - repair of musical instruments not considered cultural heritage and non-historical, see 95.29
- - It also includes the preservation and exhibition of objects, sites and natural wonders of historical, cultural or educational interest (for example, World Heritage Sites).
- - Manufacture of musical instruments
- - Renovation, renewal, reconstruction and retrofitting of historical and archaeological sites and buildings
- - Retail sale of paintings and sculptures (activities of commercial art galleries)
- - Retail sale of second-hand goods
What is NACE 91 used for?
Use NACE 91 for libraries, archives, museums and other cultural activities when the main activity matches this scope: Use this division for libraries, archives, museums and other cultural activities when the main activity includes It also includes the preservation and exhibition of objects, sites and natural wonders of historical, cultural or educational interest (for example, World Heritage Sites).. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.
What are typical examples for 91?
Typical examples include It also includes the preservation and exhibition of objects, sites and natural wonders of historical, cultural or educational interest (for example, World Heritage Sites)..
When might 91 not be the right code?
Review another code when the activity is closer to manufacture of musical instruments, see 32.20 and renovation, renewal, reconstruction and retrofitting of historical and archaeological sites and buildings, see 43.99.
Which codes should I compare before choosing 91?
Compare 91 with 32.20 Manufacture of musical instruments, 43.99 Other specialised construction activities n.e.c., and 47.69 Retail sale of cultural and recreational goods n.e.c. when the activity description is ambiguous.
Use this class for manufacture of musical instruments when the main activity includes Manufacture of string instruments and Manufacture of keyboard stringed instruments, including automatic pianos. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.
Use this class for other specialised construction activities n.e.c. when the main activity includes Construction activities specialising in one aspect common to different kinds of structures, requiring specialised skill or equipment, n.e.c.: and Reinforcement steel bending activities, at the construction site. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.
Use this class for retail sale of cultural and recreational goods n.e.c. when the main activity includes Retail sale of recorded media and Retail sale of musical instruments, scores and related accessories (e.g. strings, music stands, metronomes). Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.
Use this class for retail sale of second-hand goods when the main activity includes Retail sale of second-hand books and Retail sale of antiques. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.
Use this division for warehousing, storage and support activities for transportation when the main activity includes The activities mentioned are carried out on behalf of third parties. If the related services are provided solely to support transport activities by the same unit, they are considered as ancillary activities to transport and this unit is classified elsewhere in section H.. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.
Use this division for activities auxiliary to financial services and insurance activities when the main activity includes These services can be provided via/in different media/ways, including over the internet.. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.
Use this class for architectural activities when the main activity includes Architectural consulting activities: and Building design and drafting. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.
Use this division for scientific research and development when the main activity includes (1) basic research: experimental or theoretical work undertaken primarily to acquire new knowledge of the underlying foundations of phenomena and observable facts, without particular application or use in view; and (2) applied research: original investigation undertaken in order to acquire new knowledge, directed primarily towards a specific practical aim or objective; and. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.
Use this class for other reservation service and related activities when the main activity includes Visitor assistance services: and Provision of travel information to visitors. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.
Use this division for sports activities and amusement and recreation activities when the main activity includes Organisation of sporting events. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.
Use this class for repair and maintenance of personal and household goods n.e.c. when the main activity includes Repair and maintenance of bicycles, electric bicycles, monowheels, hoverboards, kickscooters and Repair and alteration of clothing. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.
Use this division for arts creation and performing arts activities when the main activity includes Arts creation activities and Activities of performing arts. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.
Use this division for gambling and betting activities when the main activity includes Gambling and betting activities. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.
Use this group for library and archive activities when the main activity includes Documentation and information activities of libraries and archives of all kinds, including reading, listening and viewing rooms, providing library and archive services to the general public or to a specific public (e.g. students, scientists, staff members) and Operation of public archives (at governmental, regional or local level) or of private archives (artists’, historians’, writers’ archives, etc.). Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.
Use this group for museum, collection, historical site and monument activities when the main activity includes Museum and collection activities and Historical site and monument activities. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.
Use this group for the broader activity area of conservation, restoration and other support activities for cultural heritage, including Conservation, restoration and other support activities for cultural heritage. Open the child codes when a more specific code is needed.
Use this group for the broader activity area of botanical and zoological garden and nature reserve activities, including Botanical and zoological garden activities and Nature reserve activities. Open the child codes when a more specific code is needed.
Use this section for aRTS, SPORTS AND RECREATION when the main activity includes Arts creation and performing arts activities and Libraries, archives, museums and other cultural activities. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.
Rev. 2 code 33 can map to more than one Rev. 2.1 class: 03 Fishing and aquaculture, 33 Repair, maintenance and installation of machinery and equipment, 91 Libraries, archives, museums and other cultural activities.
Official close match imported from NACE Rev. 2.1.
Datasets, CRM segments, KYC rules, reporting logic, and historical joins may need review because the activity scope is not a simple unchanged carry-over.
Review the official explanatory notes for each target code and confirm whether the business activity still fits the suggested Rev. 2.1 class.
Rev. 2 code 41 can map to more than one Rev. 2.1 class: 41 Construction of residential and non-residential buildings, 43 Specialised construction activities, 68 Real estate activities, 91 Libraries, archives, museums and other cultural activities.
Official close match imported from NACE Rev. 2.1.
Datasets, CRM segments, KYC rules, reporting logic, and historical joins may need review because the activity scope is not a simple unchanged carry-over.
Review the official explanatory notes for each target code and confirm whether the business activity still fits the suggested Rev. 2.1 class.
Rev. 2 code 90 can map to more than one Rev. 2.1 class: 90 Arts creation and performing arts activities, 91 Libraries, archives, museums and other cultural activities.
Official close match imported from NACE Rev. 2.1.
Datasets, CRM segments, KYC rules, reporting logic, and historical joins may need review because the activity scope is not a simple unchanged carry-over.
Review the official explanatory notes for each target code and confirm whether the business activity still fits the suggested Rev. 2.1 class.
Rev. 2 code 91 is one of multiple older codes associated with Rev. 2.1 class 91 Libraries, archives, museums and other cultural activities.
Official close match imported from NACE Rev. 2.1.
Datasets, CRM segments, KYC rules, reporting logic, and historical joins may need review because the activity scope is not a simple unchanged carry-over.
Confirm the target version field and update references where Rev. 2.1 is required.