Visitor Studies

Scope

Visitor Studies is a semi-annual, peer-reviewed journal that publishes high-quality articles focusing on visitor research, reflections on the field, research methodologies, and theoretical perspectives. The journal also covers subjects related to museums and learning in out-of-school settings such as zoos, nature centers, visitor centers, historic sites, and parks. The aim of Visitor Studies is to provide an accessible, authoritative source of information within the visitor studies field. The journal offers both theoretical and practical insights of relevance to practitioners and scholars. Visitor Studies strives to develop its reputation as an international publication. Contributors to the journal share their research procedures and findings with practitioners and other researchers. Original and review articles present a forum for new data and provide practical and useful conclusions. Material found in Visitor Studies contributes to the ongoing progress and development of the field. Visitor Studies is the official journal of the Visitor Studies Association, today's premier professional organization focusing on all facets of the visitor experience in museums, zoos, nature centers, visitor centers, historic sites, parks, and other informal learning settings. VSA is committed to understanding and enhancing visitor experiences in informal learning settings through research, evaluation, and dialogue. Our common vision is for a world where lifelong learning is embraced, and where learning in informal settings benefit individuals, communities, and society at large. Issues of Visitor Studies are accessible to paid members of the Visitor Studies Association in print and electronic format, and to individuals, libraries, and other institutions through subscription.