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Tip #2: Don’t shy away from hard conversations. Quatrefoil Associate and Senior Designer Auburn Leigh offers suggestions for successful projects in our latest blog article. "By questioning past assumptions and delving into difficult topics, museums can foster deeper engagement and understanding. The trick here is bringing in community members and multiple perspectives to ensure that you’re seeing all facets of an issue and addressing them equally." Read the full article on our blog! https://lnkd.in/eyYHNCJy

MUSEUM of CENSORSHIP- Are those who were subjected to censorship in the past still censored today? What are the societal effects of censorship in the context of democratic rights, freedom of speech, and human rights? Why does censorship emerge in literature, art, cinema, and social communication? How has the topic evolved in the digital age? TEATI is now curating a thematic museum by questioning how a museum dedicated to this specific subject could be possible. Keep following us to see how we will approach the museum.

"How do you ensure equity in research participation?" This question came from an audience member after I delivered a keynote address to an auditorium filled with passionate museum and cultural professionals. A very important question, with a complex and layered answer. As museums, cultural institutions and organizations across many sectors continue to wrestle with inborn white-centricity, this question touches the multidimensional and deep-rooted problems existing from that legacy. Our current approach evolved from stories of our own learnings and mistakes, into discussion points and tactical How To’s we integrate into our research planning and processes. Sign up for Tuesday’s free newsletter for to learn more about our six elements and a detailed list of DOs and DON’Ts for your teams to consider.  https://bit.ly/3W0zhFJ Learn from our mishaps, lessons and iterations! #humancentereddesign #usercentereddesign #socialimpactdesign

In the arts, engagement is everything. Whether through a live performance, a museum exhibit, or a public mural, the true magic of art happens when it resonates with people—sparking emotion, conversation, and sometimes, transformation. But engagement isn’t just about creating art. It’s about building connections: between artists and audiences, between communities and culture. In a time when distractions are endless, engaging with the arts reminds us of our shared humanity and fosters a sense of belonging. For arts organizations, finding new ways to engage—whether through digital platforms, interactive experiences, or community outreach—is key to ensuring the arts remain relevant and accessible to all. Let’s continue to explore, innovate, and create moments that inspire meaningful connection. #ArtsEngagement #CulturalConnection #CommunityThroughArt #CreativeOutreach #ArtForAll

Hey museum folks! Check out this second webinar related to election scenario planning! So helpful - thanks to all who are working to facilitate this NEEDED workshop!

🌐🎨 Digital Worlds - Part 2 of 3: Exploring Untapped Potential The digital realm is the new frontier for artistic expression. Artists now have the universe at their fingertips, with virtual environments offering unprecedented potential for creation, education, and exhibition. #DigitalFrontiers #ArtisticExpression 💡 Delve into: * The endless possibilities provided by digital galleries and online exhibitions for artists to showcase their work. * How online workshops and tutorials are making art education more accessible than ever. * The role of social media as a catalyst for artistic trends and movements. Join the discussion about the impact of digital environments on art in our final post. #VirtualArtistry #DigitalExpression

How does public art transform communities and foster cultural connections? Dive into our latest blog post exploring the power of public art in bridging divides and sparking dialogue. Let's discuss: https://lnkd.in/gnErBPJ3 #PublicArt #CommunityEngagement #CulturalDiversity #ArtistUprising 

This week is taking us on the artistic route, with a #goodpractice from BRONKS THEATRE in Belgium about Co-creation - Artistic Creation with Children and Young People. According to Bronks, co-creation sharpens the relationship between art and society, addressing issues vital not only to its own functioning but to the entire performing arts landscape. The value lies in participants not just being addressed on a rational level, as in education. Artists adopt a different strategy, fostering insights and experiences that generate a different kind of knowledge. Participants have the space to explore assumptions and shape new images or identities leading to valuable conversations between artists and young participants about shared questions concerning the world we live in—a captivating quest for artistic innovation. This encapsulates the essence of the organic symbiosis between the participatory and production facets of BRONKS. They do this in various ways: through school projects and workshops outside of school (both short- and long-term). Find out more about what they do and how they work on our website: https://lnkd.in/eyP7Tw7a

Check out this cool side-scrolling interactive featuring a monster exploring a museum! It's a work in progress, so stay tuned for more features. An escape room or search-and-find activity would be a great use case for this. As an #instructionaldesigner, how could you use this in your work? #eLearning #InstructionalDesign #LearningAndDevelopment #TransitioningTeachers #eLearningDevelopment #ArticulateStoryline #articulate360

📣 Every museum should have a youth panel 📣 Having a youth panel or youth group in your museum can bring huge benefits to everyone involved, including... 💬 Giving young people a voice within your museum, 🤝 Highlighting your organisation's commitment to them as an audience, 💡 The opportunity for young people to advise on programming and co-create exhibitions, all while building their own skills and experience. We know that it might seem like a daunting process - that's why we created a resource to guide you through the process of setting up your own youth panel, step by step. Read it here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eNSZK9qs