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A New Era for Museums? Is it? The British Museum's new director, Nicholas Cullinan, has announced the most ambitious transformation of any museum in the world. After a series of security controversies and criticism over funding sources, this $1.3 billion overhaul aims to digitize the museum's entire collection and renovate its vast galleries. But beyond the headlines, this change reflects a broader conversation in the museum world. How can institutions like the British Museum not only protect their collections but also respect the histories and civilizations they represent? As museums become more tech-savvy, they must also face the ethical questions surrounding their collections. Is it going to be done? What are your thoughts on the future of museums? Are we heading toward a more responsible and inclusive museum experience? Let’s discuss! For more: Chronic Art Blog at ssa-Art.com 📸BritishMuseum #Museums #CulturalHeritage #ArtHistory #Digitization #BritishMuseum #Leadership #restitution #respect

Museum graphics aren't just about wayfinding anymore. From building-sized projections at London's Natural History Museum to interactive digital rails at The Field Museum, cultural institutions are revolutionizing how visitors experience exhibits. Check out our latest deep dive into 12 stunning examples reshaping the museum experience: https://lnkd.in/gKhZRcYc

#CaseStudy Have you ever wondered what's behind a museum renovation? We're excited to share our first Case Study on the project we've been working on since 2021 for the Rovereto Civic Museum Foundation (Fondazione Museo Civico di Rovereto). Our contribution has included staff training, a gradual reinstallation of all museum galleries, and the development of a new interpretive apparatus. It has involved various roles and skills from the We Exhibit team in the development of: ~ Exhibition Design: reinstallation of the museum's exhibition spaces and renovation of the interpretive apparatus to improve accessibility and engagement; ~ Workshops: training staff on accessibility, communication, interpretation, and evaluation issues to facilitate smoother comparison and exchange during the redesign phase. Do you want to learn more? Read the case study scrolling the homepage here 🔗 [LINK] https://lnkd.in/dZCcpbFX - #WeExhibit #ArtIsInTheProcess #OurServices #ThisIsWhatWEDO #FondazioneMuseoCivicodiRovereto #ExhibitionDesign #ExhibitDesign

A new tool to help reduce the environmental impact of touring exhibitions, by the Design Museum, The Exhibition Group and Art Fund. In this new article on Teo, Elise Foster Vander Elst from the Design Museum in London, United-Kingdom, presents a new resource for sustainability to support museum professionals when developing touring exhibitions and displays. Many thanks to Elise Foster Vander Elst from the Design Museum for this new article. Discover the article on Teo : https://lnkd.in/e-JYZ8Sy"

Concerned about the environmental impact of your touring exhibitions? Use this NEW tool…

The power of small museums. “Can Supporting Small Museums Solve Larger Problems in the Museum Field? I believe they can.” So writes Alli Schell for the blog Museums and Race. With more investment, Schell argues, very small museums would have the power to transform the museum landscape by advancing racial equity, breaking down hierarchies that drive the museum field, improving working conditions and benefits for museum workers, and changing the world of grant funding for the better. Read Schell’s full piece here: https://lnkd.in/gvnAAtnH    Photo credit: Interior of a small museum, Billy Hathorn, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons   #ncph #publichistory #publichistorians #museums  

The Cleveland Museum of Art in Ohio is renowned for its innovative approach to art and new technologies. For example, by embracing Mixed Reality, they achieved remarkable results: the average viewing time for artworks soared from just 2–3 seconds to an impressive 15 seconds—a fivefold increase! 📊 According to a study conducted by the museum as part of their Mixed Reality project, ArtLens: 76% of visitors felt the gallery enhanced their museum experience 74% said it encouraged them to notice new details in artworks 73% reported a deeper interest in the collection The result? A richer, more meaningful connection with art that inspires curiosity and creativity. Imagine what Mixed Reality could do for your museum or cultural space! 🚀 #MixedReality #ArtRevolution #InnovationInMuseums #Hidonix #TechInArt #MuseumExperience

“Accessing the Museum.” The call for papers for the Fall 2025 issue of Exhibition—the journal of exhibition theory and practice for museum professionals published by the American Alliance of Museums—is now open. For this issue, we reflect on 35 years since the American Disabilities Act was signed into law and seek articles that examine the many facets of accessible exhibition-making such as: the pervasiveness of ableism within museums and how to dismantle it, evolving standards for universal and/or inclusive design, the role of language or multisensory interpretive strategies in creating accessible environments, and more. Proposals are due January 6. Read about the theme “Accessing the Museum” and how to submit a proposal at: https://lnkd.in/e6EMbkQ9 #museums #exhibitions #exhibitiondesign #accessibility

This report highlights the transformational impact of cultural sector on economic growth. The V&A underpins regional tourism and visitor numbers. V&A is delivering for Scotland.

At its core, collaborative curation involves curators working alongside community members, artists, and other stakeholders to develop new exhibitions. In contrast to the traditional top-down model, collaborative curation embraces participatory methods and allows for different perspectives to shape the narrative. And though it isn’t a new concept, it continues to gain traction, particularly as the role of museum curator evolves. 💡Find out how your museum might benefit from collaborative curation along with resources for the best way to go about it: https://lnkd.in/gAq88tcQ #museumexhibitions #museumcurator #exhibitiondesign #museumcommunity #museumlife #museuminnovation #museumoutreach #museumpros #museumprofessionals