Briefly on Exhibitions: From Labels to Layout

When walking through an exhibition the first thing some one looks at is the objects that are being displayed. Maybe its the first thing that catches your eye, or maybe its the very center of the exhibit, but you may never know what exactly you are looking at without the help of the kindly placed label that sits closely to that eye catching piece. The exhibit flows easily through a well thought out security plan that allows patrons to easily view objects in an innovative environment

Many details come together in attribute to an exhibition's success. From the smallest of details, such as how to identify the exhibits objects to the marketing of the exhibit to the general public.  Labels are always as valuable as the object or work of art that they accompany. Without them a Museum Patron may never understand the importance of the object and why it was chosen to be exhibited. A good label is clear and concise, informative and interesting, and be accessible to large range of audiences.

However there would be nothing to label without the objects themselves and their displays. The production should set the overall tone of the exhibit. Lighting, flow patterns and creative ways of displays will make sure to give the patrons the mood of the exhibit.

A good marketing plan will not only make the community know about the new exhibition but also make them want to take the time to come see it. With out knowledge of its existence, there will be no patrons however you also have to make them interested in coming to see it.

Museum exhibitions are the thoughts and ideas of many coming together to create a cohesive display that interests and even thrills its visitors. There not only one good way to create an exhibit but the basics will help to create wonderful exhibition that keeps the community and tourists coming back for more.



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"National Association for Museum Exhibition." NAME: National Association for Museum Exhibition. American Association of Museums, n.d. Web. 09 Oct. 2012. <http://name-aam.org/about/who-we-are/standards>.

"Serrell & Associates :: Museum Consultants." Serrell & Associates :: Museum Consultants. N.p., n.d. Web. 09 Oct. 2012. <http://www.serrellassociates.org/labelwriting.html>.