Application of Sociological and Anthropological Concepts to Visitor Research

January 1st, 1991 | RESEARCH

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, Author, Hood Associates

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Identifier Type: ISSN
Identifier: 1064-5578

Publication: Visitor Studies
Volume: 3
Number: 1
Page(s): 65-71

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Audience: Evaluators | General Public | Museum | ISE Professionals
Discipline: Education and learning science | Social science and psychology
Resource Type: Peer-reviewed article | Research Products
Environment Type: Exhibitions | Museum and Science Center Exhibits