Excellence and Equity: Education and the Public Dimension of Museums

by Ellen C. Hirzy (Editor), Ellen C. Hirzy

This landmark report affirms the contributions museums make to the educational needs of the nation. The report helps museums define how well they are carrying out their educational mission and serving the public. The principles are accompanied by specific recommendations, which museums can implement to meet challenges as the stewards of educational excellence and equity.

Genres: Museology, Museums

32 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 1992

Reviews

[Kristi · Rating 3 out of 5]

This American Association of Museums pamphlet aims to integrate education and public service as the central purpose of musicological institutions. The authors are concerned with providing quality educative experiences to a diverse audience within a a democratic society. The pamphlet argues that public service needs to be broadened within the mission and operations of museums. According to the authors, it is the mission of museums to engage human interaction with objects and ideas in a rigorous, yet accessible manner. Emphasis throughout is on inclusion and diversity.

[Audrey · Rating 5 out of 5]

I feel pretty dorky adding this thing but I use it all the time for brainstorming purposes so I figured it would be nice to give it some credit.