712110 — Museums
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the preservation and exhibition of objects of historical, cultural, and/or educational value.
Illustrative Examples
- Art galleries (except retail)
- Planetariums
- Art museums
- Science or technology museums
- Halls of fame
- Wax museums
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Establishments primarily engaged as independent museum exhibit designers are classified in Industry
- 711510, Independent Artists, Writers, and Performers;
- Establishments primarily engaged in the preservation and exhibition of historical sites are classified in
- Industry 712120, Historical Sites; and
- Commercial art galleries primarily engaged in selling art objects are classified in Industry 459920, Art
- Dealers.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 712110 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Museums |
| SBA Size Standard | $34,000,000 |
| U.S. Establishments | 5,480 (Census CBP, 2023) |
| IRS PBA Code | 712100 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 71 → 712 → 7121 |
| Source / Verified | US Census 2022 NAICS Manual, Census CBP / 2026-06-28 |
Legacy SIC Concordance
Trace the historical mapping chain from the 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) to the modern 2022 NAICS code format.
- SIC 8412 - Museums and Art Galleries (via SIC1987:8412→NAICS1997:71211→2002:712110→2007:712110→2012:712110→2017:712110→2022:712110)
Suggested Product Service Codes (Advisory)
The following Product Service Codes (PSCs) are advisory suggestions aligned with this NAICS code. Note: NAICS and PSC codes map to different dimensions of procurement (industry vs. product/service). There is no official binding 1:1 crosswalk.
- PSC M1JA — OPERATION OF MUSEUMS AND EXHIBITION BUILDINGS
Source: DoD DPCAP PSC Selection Tool (Ingested: 2026-06-29)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 712110:
- Sector 71 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation sector.
- SIC ↔ NAICS Crosswalk Tool — Look up mappings between legacy SIC codes and modern classifications.
- SBA Size Standards Guide — Complete rules and averaging periods for small business classifications.
- Calculating Annual Receipts Guide — Detailed worked example of revenue calculation rules.
- IRS Principal Business Activity Guide — How NAICS codes map to corporate and entity tax filings.
Related Industries in 7121
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 712110 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 712110 is 'Museums', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 71 (Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation); the SBA small-business size standard is $34,000,000.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 712110?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 712110 is $34,000,000 (based on receipts).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 712110?
NAICS code 712110 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 8412 - Museums and Art Galleries.