712110 — Museums
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.
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 |
| IRS PBA Code | 712100 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 71 → 712 → 7121 |
| Source / Verified | US Census 2022 NAICS Manual / 2026-06-28 |
NAICS Structure: 712110
National Industry
Sector (2)
71
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation
Subsector (3)
712
Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions
Industry Group (4)
7121
Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions
Industry (5)
71211
Museums
National Industry (6)
712110
Museums
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)
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.