South African Museums Association Bulletin
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Discovering Heritage: Where Research Meets Innovation
Introduction
The South African Museums Association Bulletin, ISSN 0370-8314, is a pivotal resource for researchers, professionals, and students in the fields of Arts and Humanities, Conservation, History, and Museology. Published by the SOUTH AFRICAN MUSEUMS ASSOCIATION, this journal serves as an authoritative platform for disseminating significant research, innovative ideas, and case studies crucial to the museum sector in South Africa and beyond. With an impact factor placing it in the Q3 quartile across multiple categories in 2023, it reflects a growing recognition among the academic community for addressing contemporary issues in the museum field. Though it is not an open-access journal, the Bulletin strives to enhance scholarly discourse by facilitating access to vital resources and studies. Covering converged years from 2019 to 2022, it stands as a beacon for advancing the study and practice of museology, making it an essential read for those dedicated to the preservation and promotion of cultural heritage.
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