The value of museums : enhancing societal well-being / John H. Falk
- Author:
- Falk, John H. (John Howard), 1948-
- Published:
- Lanham : Rowman & Littlefield, [2022]
- Physical Description:
- xx, 231 pages : illustrations (black and white) ; 24 cm
- Contents:
- Part I Value Revealed -- 1. We Have a Problem -- 2. Why People Value Museum Experiences -- 3. Well-Being -- Part II Value Achieved -- 4. Personal Well-Being -- 5. Intellectual Well-Being -- 6. Social Well-Being -- 7. Physical Well-Being -- Part III Value Applied -- 8. Measuring Value -- 9. Creating Future Value -- Big Steps -- 10. Principles for Designing Better Museum Experiences.
- Summary:
- "The Value of Museums provides tangible suggestions for how museum professionals can build on their legacy of success at supporting the public's well-being, adapting to changing times, and remaining relevant and sustainable."--Back cover.
"The Value of Museums makes the case that the niche museums have always been public well-being. This guide shows museums how to assess and communicate that essential public value"-- - Subject(s):
- Genre(s):
- ISBN:
- 9781538149201 hardcover
1538149206 hardcover
9781538149218 paperback
1538149214 paperback
9781538149225 electronic publication - Bibliography Note:
- Includes bibliographical references and index.
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