Johnson, Stephanie G.2014-06-242014-06-242014-06-04https://hdl.handle.net/1794/1794083 pagesThis Master’s research project explores current practice and opinions on visitor photography policy in museum exhibit spaces. Assuming that many U.S. museums have outdated visitor photography policies and given the general cultural trend in the use of technology and popularity of social media, it may be necessary for a redesigned visitor photography policy that reflects current realities. The main research question for this study asks, what influencing factors and best practices should be considered when creating a visitor photography policy in a museum? In addressing this question, the research explores issues of Visitor Experience, Conservation and Intellectual Property through a survey of current practice and opinions. The findings of this study informed my concluding recommendations for future visitor photography policy and practice.en-USAll Rights Reserved.PhotographyMuseumsCopyrightPolicyConservationTerminal Project