Museums and Heritage Tourism

Theory, Practice and People

Chris White (UOW College Hong Kong (UOWCHK), Hong Kong)

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Routledge
20 April 2023

Museums & museology; Distributive industries; Human geography; Sports & outdoor recreation; Museum, historic sites, gallery & art guides

This book examines the symbiotic relationship between museums, heritage attractions and tourism, using a range of international case studies.

Divided into three clear sections, the author first outlines a theoretical framework for understanding the role of museums in heritage tourism, before addressing practical challenges of interpretation, design and pandemic response. Finally, he traces the development of museum and heritage attraction design through the key figures of John Ruskin, James Gardner and Alex McCuaig. Each chapter incorporates a key case study, with an international scope including examples from Hong Kong, the UK, Taiwan, Qatar, Dubai and Kuwait.

An essential introduction for undergraduate and graduate students taking courses in museum studies, heritage studies and tourism management.

By: Chris White (UOW College Hong Kong (UOWCHK) Hong Kong)
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 138mm,
Weight: 710g
ISBN: 9781032438917
ISBN 10: 1032438916
Pages: 176
Publication Date: 20 April 2023
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Chris White is the Founder and Managing Director of Winkle-picker Ltd. He has provided interpretive and master planning services worldwide, particularly in London, Hong Kong and Singapore. He has been involved in the design of some of the world’s most innovative multi-award-winning museums and exhibition projects.

Reviews for Museums and Heritage Tourism: Theory, Practice and People

This important book is one of the first to integrate museum heritage and tourism. It examines the issue from a deep conceptual foundation and then translates this knowledge into a range of practical applications that are suitable for practitioners, students and the academic community. Written by a true global expert with many years of international experience, Museum and Heritage Tourism: Theory, Practice & People is a must-have resource. Professor Bob McKercher, University of Queensland This unique and erudite book provides valuable insight into the crossover between museums, heritage and tourism. It is a welcome addition to the growing literature in heritage tourism studies and brings to light many of the challenges and opportunities associated with museum management and design, heritage management, and tourism. This work is a valuable asset to students and scholars throughout the world. Professor Dallen Timothy, Arizona State University