Problems Facing the Physically Handicapped School Children in Accessing Kisumu Museum, Kenya
Abstract
The aim of this study was to investigate the various problems that face the physically
handicapped in accessing and enjoying museum facilities at Kisumu Museum. The
research subjects were the pupils and students of Joy Land School. Data was collected
using a structured questionnaire and a key informant interview guide. It was found that
obstacles ranged from bad roads, lack of museum assistants, inaccessibility of exhibition
facilities, uneven landscape and lack of information on many of the museum exhibitions.
These were found to interfere with both the physical and intellectual accessibility of the
physically handicapped. It was suggested that all roads leading to museum facilities
should be paved to improve accessibility. It is therefore recommended that the landscape
of the museum be flattened, and the interior design of the facilities be improved to take
care of the special needs of the physically handicapped. It is also recommended that
enough trained education assistants be employed to assist and tour-guide these visitors.
Lastly, it is recommended that the NMK develop a policy that guides development of the
museum in catering for the visitors with special needs.
Citation
Project paper submitted to the institute of african studies In partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Postgraduate diploma in the care and management of Heritage and museum collections of the university of NairobiPublisher
University of Nairobi Project paper submitted to the institute of african studies In partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Postgraduate diploma in the care and management of Heritage and museum collections of the university of Nairobi