The phrase "area museums" refers to museums located within a specific region or locality. It means the museums that are in a particular area. Full definition
Other places to find arts activities include area museums or art galleries. (verywellfamily.com)
Previous exhibitions have been in local area museums, galleries, sculpture gardens and parks. (washingtonsculptors.org)
Two distinct rooms in two different Bay Area museums from early November 2016 to mid-February 2017 displayed the work of two major artists, one of whom killed the other. (dailyserving.com)