UK SICDivision
UK SIC 91—Libraries, archives, museums and other cultural activities
Division · UK Standard Industrial Classification (2026)
Where 91 sits
- S Arts, sports and recreation
- 91 Libraries, archives, museums and other cultural activities
Contains 4 narrower codes
What 91 includes
- 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).
What 91 excludes
- 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
91 in other systems
ANZSICAustralia · New Zealand
- 89 Heritage Activities approximate via ISIC 91
- 90 Creative and Performing Arts Activities approximate via ISIC 91
- 60 Library and Other Information Services approximate via ISIC 91
- 892 Parks and gardens operations inferred via ISIC 91
- 6010 Libraries and Archives inferred via ISIC 91
- 7299 Other Administrative Services n.e.c. inferred via ISIC 91
- 9002 Creative Artists, Musicians, Writers and Performers inferred via ISIC 91
- 891 Museum operation inferred via ISIC 91
ATECOItaly
- 91 Libraries, archives, museums and other cultural activities exact via ISIC 91
- 90 Arts creation and performing arts activities approximate via ISIC 91
- 91.11 Library activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 91.22 Historical site and monument activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 91.41 Botanical and zoological garden activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 91.42 Nature reserve activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 91.30.09 Other support activities for cultural heritage inferred via ISIC 91
- 91.21.00 Museum and collection activities inferred via ISIC 91
CNAE BrazilBrazil
- 91 Activities related to cultural and environmental heritage exact via ISIC 91
- 9101-5/00 Library and archive activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 9102-3/01 Museum activities and exploration of historical sites, buildings, and similar attractions inferred via ISIC 91
- 9103-1/00 Activities related to botanical gardens, zoos, national parks, ecological reserves, and environmental protection areas inferred via ISIC 91
- 9102-3/02 Restoration and conservation of historical sites and buildings inferred via ISIC 91
- 91.0 Activities related to cultural and environmental heritage broader via ISIC 91
- 91.01-5 Library and archive activities broader via ISIC 91
- 91.02-3 Museum activities and exploration, artistic restoration and conservation of historical sites and buildings and similar attractions broader via ISIC 91
CNAESpain
- 91 Activities of libraries, archives, museums and other cultural activities exact via ISIC 91
- 90 Activities related to artistic creation and performing arts approximate via ISIC 91
- 91.21 Museum and collection activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 91.12 Archive activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 91.30 Conservation, restoration and other activities supporting cultural heritage inferred via ISIC 91
- 91.11 Library activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 91.22 Activities at historical sites and monuments inferred via ISIC 91
- 91.42 Activities in nature reserves inferred via ISIC 91
HSICHong Kong
- 910100 Libraries and archives activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 9103 Botanical and zoological gardens, nature reserves activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 9010 Performing arts activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 9020 Creative artists, musicians and writers inferred via ISIC 91
- 910200 Museums activities and operation of historical sites inferred via ISIC 91
- 9030 Performing arts venue operation inferred via ISIC 91
- 91 Libraries, archives, museums and other cultural activities broader via ISIC 91
- 910 Libraries, archives, museums and other cultural activities broader via ISIC 91
ICNEAChina
- 88 Culture and art industry approximate via ISIC 91
- 77 Ecological protection and environmental governance industry approximate via ISIC 91
- 8890 Other cultural and artistic industries inferred via ISIC 91
- 8840 Protection of cultural relics and Intangible Cultural heritage inferred via ISIC 91
- 8832 Archives inferred via ISIC 91
- 7712 Protection and management of natural heritage sites inferred via ISIC 91
- 7711 Conservation and management of natural ecosystems inferred via ISIC 91
- 7719 Other nature conservation inferred via ISIC 91
ISICUnited Nations (global)
- 91 Library, archives, museum and other cultural activities exact
- 90 Arts creation and performing arts activities approximate via ISIC 91
- 41 Construction of residential and non-residential buildings approximate via ISIC 91
- 9121 Museum and collection activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 9112 Archive activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 9130 Conservation, restoration and other support activities for cultural heritage inferred via ISIC 91
- 9111 Library activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 9122 Historical site and monument activities inferred via ISIC 91
JSICJapan
- 80 Services for amusement and recreation approximate via ISIC 91
- 82 Other education, learning support approximate via ISIC 91
- 72 Professional services, n.e.c. Overview of the major group approximate via ISIC 91
- 8213 Museums and art museums inferred via ISIC 91
- 8212 Libraries inferred via ISIC 91
- 8024 Orchestra and dancing companies inferred via ISIC 91
- 8214 Zoological gardens, botanical gardens and aquariums inferred via ISIC 91
- 8025 Entertainment and sports companies inferred via ISIC 91
KSICSouth Korea
- 90 Creative, arts and recreation related services approximate via ISIC 91
- 90211 Library and archives activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 90221 Museum activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 90290 Other recreation activities n.e.c. inferred via ISIC 91
- 90199 Other creative and arts related services n.e.c. inferred via ISIC 91
- 90123 Other performing arts companies inferred via ISIC 91
- 90122 Musical groups and dance companies inferred via ISIC 91
- 90222 Operation of historical sites and buildings inferred via ISIC 91
MSICMalaysia
- 91 Library, archives, museum and other cultural activities exact via ISIC 91
- 9141 Botanical and zoological garden activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 9142 Nature reserve activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 91210 Museum and collection activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 91300 Conservation, restoration and other support activities for cultural heritage inferred via ISIC 91
- 91110 Library activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 9112 Archives activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 91220 Historical site and monument activities inferred via ISIC 91
NACEEuropean Union
- 91 Libraries, archives, museums and other cultural activities exact
- 90 Arts creation and performing arts activities approximate via ISIC 91
- 91.21 Museum and collection activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 91.12 Archive activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 91.30 Conservation, restoration and other support activities for cultural heritage inferred via ISIC 91
- 91.11 Library activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 91.22 Historical site and monument activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 91.41 Botanical and zoological garden activities inferred via ISIC 91
NAFFrance
- 91 Libraries, archives, museums and other cultural activities exact via ISIC 91
- 90 Activities of artistic creation and performance approximate via ISIC 91
- 91.41 Management activities of botanical and zoological gardens inferred via ISIC 91
- 91.22 Activity of monuments and historic sites inferred via ISIC 91
- 91.21Y Activities of museums and collections inferred via ISIC 91
- 91.12Y Activities archives inferred via ISIC 91
- 91.11Y Library activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 91.30Y Conservation, restoration, and other support activities for the preservation of cultural heritage inferred via ISIC 91
NAICSUnited States
- 519 Web Search Portals, Libraries, Archives, and Other Information Services approximate via ISIC 91
- 712 Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions approximate via ISIC 91
- 711 Performing Arts, Spectator Sports, and Related Industries approximate via ISIC 91
- 519210 Libraries and Archives inferred via ISIC 91
- 712110 Museums inferred via ISIC 91
- 711190 Other Performing Arts Companies inferred via ISIC 91
- 519290 Web Search Portals and All Other Information Services inferred via ISIC 91
- 711130 Musical Groups and Artists inferred via ISIC 91
NAICS CanadaCanada
- 519 Web search portals, libraries, archives, and all other information services approximate via ISIC 91
- 711 Performing arts, spectator sports and related industries approximate via ISIC 91
- 712 Heritage institutions approximate via ISIC 91
- 51921 Libraries and archives inferred via ISIC 91
- 711190 Other performing arts companies inferred via ISIC 91
- 519290 Web search portals and all other information services inferred via ISIC 91
- 711130 Musical groups and artists inferred via ISIC 91
- 712190 Nature parks and other similar institutions inferred via ISIC 91
NICIndia
- 91 Library, archives, museum and other cultural activities exact via ISIC 91
- 9121 Museum and collection activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 9141 Botanical and zoological garden activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 9142 Nature reserve activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 911199 Other library activities n.e.c. inferred via ISIC 91
- 911200 Archive activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 913000 Conservation, restoration and other support activities for cultural heritage inferred via ISIC 91
- 912299 Other historical site and monument activities n.e.c. inferred via ISIC 91
NOGASwitzerland
- 91 Libraries, archives, museums and other cultural activities exact via ISIC 91
- 90 Arts creation and performing arts activities approximate via ISIC 91
- 9141 Botanical and zoological garden activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 9142 Nature reserve activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 912100 Museum and collection activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 911200 Archive activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 913000 Conservation, restoration and other support activities for cultural heritage inferred via ISIC 91
- 911100 Library activities inferred via ISIC 91
PKDPoland
- 91 Activities of libraries, archives, museums and other cultural activities exact via ISIC 91
- 90 Creative activities and activities related to the staging of artistic performances approximate via ISIC 91
- 91.42 Activities of nature conservation areas and facilities inferred via ISIC 91
- 91.41 Activities of botanical and zoological gardens inferred via ISIC 91
- 91.22 Activities related to historical sites and monuments inferred via ISIC 91
- 91.12.Z Archive activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 91.21.A Museum activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 91.30.Z Conservation, restoration, and other support activities for cultural heritage inferred via ISIC 91
SCIANMexico
- 712 Museums, historical sites, zoos, and the like approximate via ISIC 91
- 519 Libraries, archives, online search portals, and other information delivery services approximate via ISIC 91
- 711 Artistic, cultural and sporting services, and other related services approximate via ISIC 91
- 712190 Caves, natural parks and other sites of the nation's cultural heritage inferred via ISIC 91
- 51921 Libraries and archives inferred via ISIC 91
- 711320 Promoters of artistic, cultural, sporting and similar events who do not have facilities to present them inferred via ISIC 91
- 519290 Online search portals and other information delivery services inferred via ISIC 91
- 7115 Independent artists, writers, and technicians inferred via ISIC 91
SICUnited States (legacy)
- 84 Museums, Art Galleries, and Botanical and Zoological Gardens approximate via ISIC 91
- 79 Amusement and Recreation Services approximate via ISIC 91
- 73 Business Services approximate via ISIC 91
- 8412 Museums and Art Galleries inferred via ISIC 91
- 7922 Theatrical Producers and Services inferred via ISIC 91
- 7999 Amusement and Recreation, NEC inferred via ISIC 91
- 7941 Sports Clubs, Managers, and Promoters inferred via ISIC 91
- 8422 Botanical and Zoological Gardens inferred via ISIC 91
SNISweden
- 91 Libraries, archives, museums and other cultural activities exact via ISIC 91
- 90 Arts creation and performing arts activities approximate via ISIC 91
- 91.41 Botanical and zoological garden activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 91.42 Nature reserve activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 91.210 Museum and collection activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 91.120 Archive activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 91.300 Conservation, restoration and other support activities for cultural heritage inferred via ISIC 91
- 91.110 Library activities inferred via ISIC 91
SSICSingapore
- 91 Libraries, archives, museums and other cultural activities exact via ISIC 91
- 91100 Libraries and archives activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 91300 Conservation, restoration and other support activities for cultural heritage inferred via ISIC 91
- 91400 Botanical and zoological gardens and nature reserves activities (except landscaping and nature tours) inferred via ISIC 91
- 91201 Museums inferred via ISIC 91
- 91209 Operation of historical sites and buildings n.e.c. inferred via ISIC 91
- 911 Libraries and archives activities broader via ISIC 91
- 912 Museums, historical sites and buildings and monuments; and other cultural heritage support activities broader via ISIC 91
WZGermany
- 91 Libraries, archives, museums and other cultural activities exact via ISIC 91
- 90 Arts creation and performing arts activities approximate via ISIC 91
- 91.22 Historical site and monument activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 91.41 Botanical and zoological garden activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 91.42 Nature reserve activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 91.30.2 Other support activities for cultural heritage inferred via ISIC 91
- 91.21.0 Museum and collection activities inferred via ISIC 91
- 91.12.0 Archive activities inferred via ISIC 91
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