For most institutions, ticket sales make up a majority of a museum’s revenue. And if museums want to accomplish their mission statements as cultural pillars to their communities, it’s incumbent on them to ensure that their ticketing software is up-to-date and efficient enough to keep...
When you hear “museum management software,” you might think of it as the organization and retention of all of your museum’s archives and collections into one database. These kinds of software helps museum digitize their collections for online access, manage their collections, and handle their...
Maintaining a thorough and comprehensive object handling guideline is important to the maintenance of any museum. Not only can artifacts and exhibits be costly, they’re also treasured pieces of history, art, and culture that should be protected and preserved. A comprehensive museum object handling guideline should...
Project planning and event planning are notorious for taking longer than expected and having an element of surprise that might set you back in your schedule. The best way to minimize lost time and stay ahead of schedule is to have an organized project management...
Customer service, in any industry, is nearly as important as the quality of the product or experience that an organization is offering. This is especially true for museums where guests are expected to spend up to several hours in a confined space. If visitors aren’t comfortable...
Even when it comes to setting up an exhibit, there’s a lot of truth to the saying, “It’s now what you do but how you do it.” If you have an impressive exhibit or exciting new find in a specific field, it won’t amount to much...
The enriching experience of a day at a museum, surrounded by inspiring exhibits and artifacts, can resonate with someone throughout their entire life. It may inspire some so much that they decide to take on the task of directing, curating, or working in a museum. Since...
One of the most fun and interactive ways to keep up with advancements in science and technology is by visiting one of the United State’s top science museums. Science museums are a great way to learn, engage, and connect with both the science world and your...
A focused mission statement is the heart and foundation for any museum. It should provide your guests, employees, administrators, and board with a clear idea of your values and what your goals are as an institution. For some museums, their mission statement is about serving the...
Regardless of how interactive, educational, and engaging your exhibits are, your efforts may be to no avail if can’t get visitors through your doors. This is especially true in a time when the industry is saturated and museums across the country are seeing decreases in...