Category Archives: The Museum Scholar, Volume 1

Timeless Displays: Reinventing Visitor Experience Through Participatory and Interactive Involvement at Mutare Museum Njabulo Chipangura, Ph.D. candidate The Museum Scholar, Volume 1, Number 1, 2017 Abstract This paper analyzes how the Mutare Museum, Zimbabwe, intends to invoke dynamism within its stagnant displays by prioritizing visitor needs through offering educational services that are more inclusive, interactive, andContinue reading “Timeless Displays: Reinventing Visitor Experience Through Participatory and Interactive Involvement at Mutare Museum”

Community Currency: End to the “Fee or Free” Debate Heather D. Martin The Museum Scholar, Volume 1, Number 1, 2017 Abstract In the heated debate over museum admission fees, an alternative proposal exists to accept volunteer hours donated to other nonprofit organizations within the community as payment for museum entry. With valid arguments both in favorContinue reading “Community Currency: End to the “Fee or Free” Debate”

Review: Creating the Visitor-Centered Museum by Peter Samis and Mimi Michaelson Diane VanderBeke Mager, MS.Ed, MA The Museum Scholar, Volume 1, Number 1, 2017 Abstract The transformation of art museums from intimidating repositories of collections and curator-driven exhibitions into welcoming and socially relevant centers of visitor input and engagement has been a leading trend within theContinue reading “Review: Creating the Visitor-Centered Museum by Peter Samis and Mimi Michaelson”

Keep the Conversation Going: How Museums Use Social Media to Engage the Public Rachel Gonzalez, MSc The Museum Scholar, Volume 1, Number 1, 2017 Abstract Museums and cultural institutions increasingly use social media to communicate with existing and potential visitors, calling attention to their collections, exhibitions, and events. As social media adapts and new platforms emerge,Continue reading “Keep the Conversation Going: How Museums Use Social Media to Engage the Public”

Museum Sector Policy Deficit: Repatriation from United States Museums Caitlin S. Wunderlich, MSc The Museum Scholar, Volume 1, Number 1, 2017 Abstract With a mission to preserve objects in perpetuity, the museum sector grapples with repatriation and the ethical dilemma posed by some objects in museum collections. This dilemma is highlighted, sometimes on the global stage,Continue reading “Museum Sector Policy Deficit: Repatriation from United States Museums”

An Introduction to Museum Accountability Katherine R. Groninger, PhD The Museum Scholar, Volume 1, Number 1 (2016) Abstract This article provides a broad overview of the current state of accountability in the British and American museum sectors by defining terminology, exploring the public trust, and contextualizing accountability.   Keywords Museum accountability; third sector; public trust About the Author Dr. Katherine Groninger specializes inContinue reading “An Introduction to Museum Accountability”