Evaluating Accessibility in Museums is a unique and timely volume covering an important, growing area of museum practice. Centering evaluation in museums as a crucial component of understanding and measuring impact, editor Trainer has curated an illustrative and diverse set of topics that highlight how museums are implementing practices that demonstrate their value to disability communities, inviting collaborations with members of these communities to develop accessible practices, and reiterating to improve their offerings in this area. This efficient, pragmatic text is geared toward museum practitioners but would be a beneficial resource for students in museum studies and allied fields. Recommended. Undergraduates through faculty, but especially practitioners.

Choice Reviews

These persuasive case studies demonstrate the positive link between disability representation and creating engaging museum experiences for everyone.

Cheryl Fogle-Hatch, Ph.D., Founder of MuseumSenses LLC

Evaluating Accessibility in Museums: A Practical Guide fills a crucial gap in the literature, offering a much-needed resource for museum professionals seeking to improve their accessibility through evaluation. Using a case study approach, the book is practical, relatable, and contains valuable insights. This pioneering work sets a new standard for evaluating and enhancing accessibility in museums.

Stephanie Downey, Owner and Director of Kera Collective