It’s easy enough to spot the daily wear and tear on interactive museum exhibits. Display units will also show some wear over time or simply go out of fashion, which means that they’ll need to be updated as well. However, it’s harder to know when exhibits are no longer...
Furniture in a museum exhibit is often hidden in plain sight. The ubiquitous museum bench usually sits near the front entrance or along a corridor. It’s backless and thoughtfully misplaced—off to one side, or in the middle of an exhibit hall—to preserve the...
I recently visited a local museum that didn’t have a smartphone app. I was also surprised that there was no kiosk or person asking a few questions for feedback before we left. How would they know that I was thrilled with everything? I didn’t get the chance to tell...
Technology has changed the way we interact with the world. Because of it, both young and old are drawn to more interactive events that are fun and challenging. These changes have affected how museums engage with their visitors and make lasting impressions for years to...
A museum exhibit update is usually necessary because technology is constantly changing and in many cases a better way of presenting information arises. The learning styles and interests of the museum audience is also changing as generations of digital natives come of...
