I really enjoyed this Museum FAQ conversation with Jessica Strick, a Lead Exhibit Developer at the Exploratorium! We discussed what has changed (and what hasn’t!) in Museum Exhibit Development over the past 20 years or so that Jessica has been creating exhibit experiences.
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Jeanne Vergeront asks “How Can We Balance Planning and Chance?”
Join Museum Planner Jeanne Vergeront for a timely conversation about finding the balance between the realities of planning and the opportunities of chance in the latest #MuseumFAQ video!
Meera Jagroop on “Sharing nature with people of all ages”
Museum Educator Meera Jagroop shares some great tips on how to share nature and outdoor experiences with visitors in the latest #MuseumFAQ video.
Joe Cook on moving beyond the idea of “touchless” museums
In this latest Museum FAQ conversation, Joe Cook, Exhibit Developer at Hüttinger Interactive Exhibitions in Germany shares thoughts about how we can move past the idea of “touchless” museums.
Dr. Leslie Bedford on “Finding the “Magic” in Museums”
Join Dr. Leslie Bedford, Master Museum Teacher and Writer, for a fun and informative conversation on how we can find the “magic” in museums through our professional practice.
Leslie shares some great examples from around the world, drawing on her experiences as both an accomplished exhibit developer and teacher.
Jason Jay Stevens – “Can We Design Our Way Through Uncertainty?”
In this engaging Museum FAQ video conversation, exhibit designer and artist Jason Jay Stevens shares how we might find a level of comfort in uncertainty by sharing his current approaches to working with communities, museums, and artists.
“What Happens When You Can’t Prototype In Person?” with Maria Mortati
What happens when you can’t prototype or test museum projects in person? Artist and Experience Developer Maria Mortati shares some approaches based on her recent work in this fun and informative Museum FAQ video.
“Developing a Maker Mindset” with David Wells
David Wells, Director of Maker Programming at NYSCI, shares specific ways to develop a “Maker Mindset” at your museum, and how this approach can help both visitors AND staff become better creative problem solvers.
“What’s Next for Museums?” with Sierra Van Ryck deGroot and Taylor Koczot
In this thought-provoking Museum FAQ video, Museum Educators Sierra Van Ryck deGroot and Taylor Koczot share their hopes and concerns for the future of museums — from their perspective as early-stage professionals.
Jennifer Martin on “Managing Changes AND Transitions in Museums”
In this engaging Museum FAQ video conversation, museum change leader Jennifer Martin shares examples of how leaders (at every level) can navigate tricky transitions that their own organizations are facing.