For this second part of my series of posts exploring the above question, I want to focus more on the ability of a museum to be relevant in its subject matter, and participatory in its delivery of content.
One of my great inspirations when it comes to museum exhibitconceptualization and design is Nina Simon. I’ve read Nina’s book The Participatory Museum, and I’ve seen her speak very eloquently on the subject of involving audiences in both creating and critiquing museum content.The book is available to read online by clicking the image below:
Nina’s a great inspiration to me because she diverts the focus of museum practice from the researchers, designers, curators and conservators inside of the museum to the community members who make up an exhibition’s audience.
