Introduction to Access

Providing inclusive and appropriate access to collections, exhibitions and resources is one of the primary goals of a museum or gallery.

It is quite common for organisations to focus on the physical aspects of access – getting into and moving around the building – and not realise how much broader barriers to access can be. Improving access across a broad range of issues will create a more welcoming environment and lead to greater and more diverse visitation. This guide analyses six access categories: physical and sensory; cultural; social; intellectual; attitudinal; and financial.

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Resources

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First Peoples: A Roadmap for Enhancing Indigenous Engagement in Museums and Galleries

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Access for people with a disability

Museums Australia
Continuous Cultures, Ongoing Responsibilities (2005)

Shar Jones
Community, Culture and Place (2000)