Aims and scope

Museums & Social Issues is a leading forum for critical conversations on the role of museums in society. Responding to the dense entanglement of museums with every aspect of social, cultural, political and economic life, the journal welcomes original articles, commentaries and reviews that situate museums as vital interlocutors in many of the most urgent debates of our time, from racial justice and post-truth politics to inequality and climate action. Bringing together in-depth research, critical analysis and creative thinking from around the world, Museums & Social Issues seeks to provide a platform for pioneering work across the sector. The journal takes an expansive view of museums, and specifically aims to bridge theory and practice in this interdisciplinary field. Topics may include but are not limited to: diversity, representation and inclusion; health and wellbeing; sustainability, resilience and uncertainty; participation and engagement; rights and (in)justice; power, diplomacy and democracy; ecology and the environment; activism and social change. If you would like to propose a special issue, please contact the journal editors.

Peer review policy

Taylor & Francis is committed to peer-review integrity and upholding the highest standards of review. Once your paper has been assessed for suitability by the editor, it will then be double anonymized peer reviewed by independent, anonymous expert referees.

Authors can choose to publish gold open access in this journal.

Read the Instructions for Authors for information on how to submit your article.