Museums, Children and Social Action: Past, Present and Future

Museums, Children, and Social Action explores the role of museums in reaching, teaching, and inspiring children as global citizens, emphasizing the importance of strengthening relationships with young visitors to ensure their sustainability. The book showcases diverse programs and exhibitions from museums across five continents, highlighting how they serve children and make a difference in their lives. It also acknowledges the need for museums to connect with children on relevant social issues, such as social injustice, racism, climate change, and poverty.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 186 pages
Publication date: 15 December 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Museums, Children, and Social Action delves into the crucial role that museums play in nurturing and inspiring children as global citizens of the world, while also casting a forward-looking gaze at the future of these institutions. Through a comprehensive presentation of diverse programs, exhibitions, and outreach initiatives from museums across five continents, the book showcases how museums are already making a profound impact on the lives of children. At the same time, it acknowledges the fact that a significant number of children remain marginalized within the realm of museums and their mission. Recognizing the ways in which museums are currently serving children, the book also explores what museums can and should be doing as they plan for the future, raising critical questions about core values, community partnerships, and social action.

Museums, Children, and Social Action is an indispensable resource for academics and students engaged in the study of museums, social justice, and childhood. It urges museums to embrace their responsibility to educate and serve this audience, including their families, for the greater good of children and society as a whole. Moreover, the book prompts museums to consider what they can do to create a lasting impact on children and their families. By examining the multifaceted roles that museums can play in nurturing young minds and shaping their future, Museums, Children, and Social Action offers valuable insights and perspectives that will contribute to the ongoing dialogue and development of the museum field.

Weight: 326g
Dimension: 154 x 236 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032120584