Application of Sociological and Anthropological Concepts to Visitor Research

January 1, 1991 | Exhibitions

This paper discusses how numerous methods and theories from sociological and anthropological research are applicable and useful in museum settings. These concepts can provide clues to new approaches to audience development and exhibit design. This paper relates to papers written by Dr. Adrian Aveni and Dr. Jeffrey Bonner featured earlier in this issue of "Visitor Studies."

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Marilyn G. Hood

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ISSN : 1064-5578

Publication Name: Visitor Studies

Volume: 3

Number: 1

Page Number: 65-71

Resource Type: Research Products

Discipline: Education and learning science | Social science and psychology

Audience: General Public | Museum/ISE Professionals | Evaluators

Environment Type: Exhibitions | Museum and Science Center Exhibits

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