MUSEUM INTERNATIONAL
Scope & Guideline
Fostering Dialogue on Museums and Their Impact
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Sustainability in Museum Practices:
The journal emphasizes research on sustainable practices within museums, including the use of bio-based materials, circular economy models, and strategies for climate change adaptation. - Cultural and Social Inclusion:
It explores the role of museums in promoting cultural diversity and social inclusion, particularly through case studies that highlight contemporary art museums and community engagement. - Decolonization and Indigenization:
The journal addresses the ongoing processes of decolonization in museum practices, focusing on reparative approaches and the integration of indigenous perspectives and knowledge. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
Museum International promotes interdisciplinary research that combines insights from various fields, such as ecology, sociology, and technology, to enrich museum practices and exhibitions. - Digital Transformation in Museums:
The journal investigates how museums are adapting to digital transformations, including the impact of technology on exhibitions, collections management, and audience engagement.
Trending and Emerging
- Climate Change and Museums:
Research focusing on the intersection of climate change and museum practices is on the rise, showcasing how museums can act as platforms for climate activism and sustainability education. - Cultural Sustainability:
A growing emphasis on cultural sustainability indicates a trend towards understanding how museums can support and sustain cultural practices and communities amid global challenges. - Decolonial Practices:
There is an increasing focus on decolonial practices in museums, highlighting the importance of addressing historical injustices and integrating diverse narratives and voices. - Technological Innovations:
The incorporation of technology in museums, including digital heritage and virtual experiences, is emerging as a key theme, reflecting the need for adaptation in a digital age. - Interdisciplinary Collaboration:
Emerging themes emphasize the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration, where museums engage with various fields to enhance their relevance and impact in society.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Conservation Methods:
There has been a noticeable decrease in publications focused on traditional conservation methods, indicating a potential shift towards exploring more innovative and sustainable practices. - Classic Exhibition Models:
The journal has seen fewer articles discussing classic exhibition models, reflecting a growing interest in dynamic, interactive, and community-centered approaches to exhibitions. - Local Heritage Focus:
While local heritage has been a significant theme, recent trends indicate a diminishing focus, as the journal increasingly emphasizes global perspectives and transnational practices. - Static Museum Definitions:
The concept of fixed definitions of what constitutes a museum is waning, with more emphasis on fluid, evolving definitions that accommodate contemporary challenges and practices. - Conventional Audience Engagement Strategies:
There is a decline in discussions surrounding traditional audience engagement strategies, as the journal shifts towards more innovative and participatory engagement methods.
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