Are museums putting heritage under the domination of the tourism industry?

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  • Priscilla Boniface

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5617/nm.3836

Abstract

The complex relationship between museums, heritage and tourism is discussed. Consideration is given to whether museums' heritage and old style method of operation can reasonably continue, and how heritage is and can be treated by museums. It is regarded as essential for museums to show contemporary relevance. They need to be used and valued by the range of society and should show that they are focused upon all types of visitor. Tourists are suggested to be, essentially, visitors, and not therefore a sector apart causing fear and trepidation. 

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