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Over-Tourism and Museums: Navigating the Challenges of Excessive Visitor Numbers
Overtourism has emerged as a critical challenge for travel destinations worldwide, affecting not only cities and natural landmarks but also cultural institutions like museums. Overtourism...
Exploring the Power of Play in Historic New Orleans
Dhani Adomaitis and Brian Moore, public programming coordinators at The Historic New Orleans Collection (THNOC), turned Masonic exhibitions into an adventure for adults. At the...
Immersive Role-Play at the Hellenic Museum
How the Hellenic Museum and MedusaRPG used Greek mythology, performers and existing galleries to create Mysterion: Descent Into Hades.
How Louvre Abu Dhabi Tested The Secret of the Dome Stars
When Louvre Abu Dhabi tested “The Secret of the Dome Stars” with 19 families and 34 children over three days, the feedback led to a...
Your Step-by-Step Guide to Successful Museum Lates
Imagine strolling through gallery halls after dark, live music reverberating in the background, and a cocktail in hand. This is the magic of Museum Lates—after-hours...
How to Link a Bluesky Account to a Custom Domain
A domain handle connects your museum’s Bluesky identity with the website people already recognise. It supports consistent museum branding, without guaranteeing that more people will...
The Secret of the Dome Stars: Louvre Abu Dhabi’s Family Game
How Louvre Abu Dhabi tested The Secret of the Dome Stars with families, simplified its story and kept gallery artworks central to the game.
Hack the ROM and Minecraft: Two Routes into Museum Learning
How ROM combines Indigenous-led digital projects with separate Minecraft programmes, including the support teachers and students need.
Can ChatGPT Replace a Curator: The Nasher Museum’s AI Experiment
What happens when art meets algorithm? This question came to life at the Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University, where the curatorial reins were...
SUMA’s Podcast: Bringing Art to Life Through the Power of Storytelling
In recent years, podcasts have become a dynamic way for museums to connect with their audiences, extending the visitor experience beyond gallery walls. The Southern...
Music for the Eyes: Designing an Interactive Georgia O’Keeffe Experience
In a darkened room, walls shimmered with vibrant hues as clouds drifted across a painted sky. The floor rippled like watercolours, reacting to visitors’ steps...
How the Cleveland Public Library’s Chatbot Initiative Could Inspire Museums
Chess enthusiasts were interested in the game’s history, but rarely explored comprehensive online collections. That finding shaped Cleveland Public Library’s work on the John G....
Unlocking Curiosity: Transforming the Rijksmuseum with an Escape Room Experience
What happens when you combine the intrigue of a secret society with the treasures of one of the world’s most famous museums? This was the...
Reimagining Community Engagement at the High Museum of Art
At MuseumNext London in June 2024, Erin Dougherty, Director of Public Engagement at the High Museum of Art in Atlanta, explained how High Frequency Friday...
How the Rijksmuseum Designs Digital Stories Around Art
How can a museum visit be just as captivating online as in person? The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam is exploring this question by leveraging digital innovation...
How Belvedere Built an Outdoor AR Game for Families
Museums worldwide face a common challenge: attracting younger audiences who often perceive these institutions as outdated or irrelevant. A 2020 UK study revealed that only...
How Chatham Historic Dockyard Uses Digitised Collections
Vikkie Mulford, the Digital and Public Engagement Officer at Chatham Historic Dockyard Trust, shared insights into the Trust’s innovative approach to using digitised collections to...
How to Create a great Museum Brand Identity?
Developing a compelling brand identity is crucial for museums aiming to distinguish themselves and engage visitors effectively. A museum’s visual identity includes logos, colours and...
From Passive Objects to Active Storytelling at The Bowes Museum
At The Bowes Museum in Barnard Castle, the Curiosity Project connected community workshops with a new approach to collection stories. In her presentation From Passive...
How Sweden’s Natural History Museum Built a Pop-Up in a Mall
The Swedish Museum of Natural History in Stockholm is a beloved institution, known for its extensive collections and educational exhibits that bring the wonders of...
Museum Membership Schemes: Strategies for Building Engagement and Revenue
Museum membership programmes can provide recurring income while giving supporters a closer relationship with an institution. These programs are more than just financial tools; they...
How to Choose the Right Ticketing Software for Your Museum
In today’s digital-first world, choosing the right ticketing software for your museum is more than just a logistical decision—it’s an investment in smoother operations, enhanced...
