Curator The Museum Journal · 2001 · 190 citations · 1 references
HumanitiesMedia ArtsMuseum StudiesNarrative StudiesNarrative TheoryExhibition StudiesMuseum DisplayMuseum EducationMuseum Exhibition DesignMuseum OutreachMuseum TheoryExhibition NarrativesExhibition StorytellingMuseum Exhibit DesignMuseum StorytellingVisitor-centered Narratives
Abstract This article examines the ways in which the narrative or story form generates personal connections between visitors and content and thus is ideally suited to the work of museums. Starting with a review of the qualities of narrative, the article provides specific examples of how stories and storytelling have worked in exhibitions, public programs and outreach to schools.
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