Museum heists are thefts that occur in museums, where valuable artifacts, artworks, or historical items are stolen. These crimes often involve careful planning and execution, as thieves aim to bypass security systems and evade detection. Notable examples include the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum heist in 1990, where thieves made off with artworks valued at over $500 million. The stolen items can range from paintings by famous artists like Vincent van Gogh to ancient artifacts. Museum heists not only result in significant financial losses but also impact cultural heritage, as many stolen items are never recovered and remain lost to history.