tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37032121.post3719887186666905212..comments2024-03-27T05:04:39.476-07:00Comments on Museum 2.0: Complicity, Intimacy, CommunityNina Simonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11723930679606298550noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37032121.post-18248135700258592052010-06-05T10:03:06.375-07:002010-06-05T10:03:06.375-07:00there is a movie theatre here in houston that i ju...there is a movie theatre here in houston that i just LOVE: The Alamo Drafthouse. something about the way it presents itself makes me go there before even thinking about somewhere else. there is a quirky humor to their previews and programs, and most of the employees are tattooed, and EVERYONE is extremely friendly. there appears to he a strong retention rate, because i am always recognized by the staff, even though i may have a different server each time i "use" the theatre, which is not always for a movie. they air episodes of popular television shows (lost, battlestar galactica), sporting events (UT vs A&M football, world series, superbowl, etc.), and have special screenings for parents with babies (babies allowed). additionally, there are special date packages (food + wine + movie tickets), and even special ladies night out pricing. i think this theatre knows its community and its needs extremely well, which is evident in all of there programs and events, which makes it a very attractive place to utilize.kavabuggyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00889907884345460812noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37032121.post-29158754075170682222010-05-27T12:36:24.770-07:002010-05-27T12:36:24.770-07:00Could also apply to retailers....
Twice now I'...Could also apply to retailers....<br />Twice now I've been in shops with the 12 and 9 year old in tow and befuddled [grand]mothers approached us for advice on toys for boys. Child labor laws might now allow it, but my kids would adore seasonal jobs as Christmas elves, roaming the aisles and dispensing advice on what's good and what's not. It's taking that Gimbel's Santa shtick to the next level...<br /><br />People-watching can be interactive, but that's a whole 'nother post... I remember an afternoon spent sitting at the walls of video and H2O in Millennium Park in Chicago. It was a golden afternoon of watching people interact with giant elements. So how disappointing it is to hear our Philadelphia leadership talk about taking a tremendous public space next to our magnificent City Hall and build a programmable flat fountain, but without the giant playful elements that would draw and keep a crowd. <br /><br />As you've noted, large spaces need interactivity to be successful -- and the idea of "Playful" becomes a serious matter in design.Sabrahttp://myowntimemachine.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37032121.post-48883277814805317272010-05-21T14:18:07.517-07:002010-05-21T14:18:07.517-07:00Melissa - the Oakland Museum of California (and ot...Melissa - the Oakland Museum of California (and others) have very simple and delightful stickers that show a finger pointing at something and say "OK." <a href="http://img.skitch.com/20100521-nnm3y5wykxyqktkksedpwkuqrc.jpg" rel="nofollow">Here's a photo</a> I snapped of one pointing to an artifact that people can handle.<br /><br />Hope this helps!Nina Simonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11723930679606298550noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37032121.post-83051223105790707112010-05-21T14:04:25.946-07:002010-05-21T14:04:25.946-07:00I work at a living history museum that is currentl...I work at a living history museum that is currently doing some extensive planning for what I'm terming our "new era" Some of our buildings are no longer going to be static exhibits, but very touchable. It's going to be a gradual process--so some buildings will remain "traditional" and others will be highly participatory. Here's my question: I'm convinced we're going to need a symbol to let people know it's okay to touch. Does anyone do something similiar? Any ideas?Melissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08358119318601565795noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37032121.post-30323401560355489022010-05-20T19:34:14.635-07:002010-05-20T19:34:14.635-07:00At our Milwaukee Public Museum there is an open di...At our Milwaukee Public Museum there is an open diorama of a Crow Buffalo Hunt, one of the iconographic dioramas that are considered the "Milwaukee Style" of exhibit. Dramatic though this exhibit is, there is always a cluster of kids huddled on one side. The Snake Button. There is no sign. No one from the museum ever points it out. But every kid in town knows about it. Push the hidden button, and a rattlesnake shakes its rattles. The kids are happy to show off their secret knowledge to family and friends. Most satisfying.Chris R.noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37032121.post-68404873091867509002010-05-20T13:25:36.584-07:002010-05-20T13:25:36.584-07:00Nina
I am growing addicted to your posts as they s...Nina<br />I am growing addicted to your posts as they so powerfully illustrate the power of sparking play and shared experience by design. This post reminds me of when we had such fun playing around Cloud Gate and Crown Fountain in Chicago - they were magnets for people to laugh, run around and take photos of each other... memory making... i wrote about it here<br />http://www.movingfrommetowe.com/2008/05/09/public-“sculpture”-that-move-us-to-play-or-cry/kare andersonhttp://www.movingfrommetowe.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37032121.post-15296964136371043112010-05-20T07:23:35.111-07:002010-05-20T07:23:35.111-07:00Jeff -
Thanks for sparking my brain! When I was w...Jeff - <br />Thanks for sparking my brain! When I was writing this, I was so focused on public spaces and museum galleries that I didn't even think about how it applies in event-based locations like convention floors and parties... but it totally fits. I'm heading to a big museum conference next week and I'll be on the lookout for rooms, events, and situations that promote complicity among participants. We're trying to do some fun things with the sessions I'm running in that regard--I'll be reporting on it soon!Nina Simonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11723930679606298550noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37032121.post-62653939197905475042010-05-20T07:11:48.563-07:002010-05-20T07:11:48.563-07:00Wow, there's a lot here for me to digest. I re...Wow, there's a lot here for me to digest. I read your posts to find fresh new ideas to apply to conferences and events. So much of what you talk about in Museum 2.0 equally applies to annual association meetings and tradeshows. <br /><br />This post caused me to shriek, "Yes, yes, yes!" It has great application to large meetings and events. In today's Web 2.0 world, it's even more important for conference organizers to find ways for attendees to become particpants, feel safe and build community. <br /><br />I love your suggestions for having staff and leaders serves as friends, helpers, partners and conduits instead of enforcers. Your concept of group play has me thinking in a variety of ways to create more engaging, interactive, participatory meeting experiences.<br /><br />Thanks for sparking my right brain today.Jeff Hurthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15376302469061135913noreply@blogger.com