Posts & Webinars
Building Museums: Budgets, Estimates, and Bids
WEBINAR — During this webinar, Praxis member and Cost Estimator, Tom Gille explores the differences and similarities in budgets, estimates, and bids when planning museum projects.
Where Do We Go From Here?
WEBINAR — As we start to contemplate our post-pandemic future, how will museums adapt current exhibits, plan future exhibits, and create new modalities for exhibition? During this webinar, Praxis member and Principal of Blue Telescope, Trent Oliver presents a survey of best practices – and best guesses – from some of the country’s leading museums and science centers, as well as some thoughts on how new technologies can help us navigate these new challenges. Q&A session follows the presentation.
Muzeiko Children’s Science Museum
WEBINAR — Paul Orselli and the creative team of the Muzeiko Children's Science Museum examine the design and implementation of the museum, from conception to completion.
Start with the Tootsie Roll, Not the Hard Candy Shell
WEBINAR — During this 30 minute webinar, Praxis Member, Carolynne Harris will show how an effective capital project planning process (new museums, renovation, or expansion) can frame challenges and help prepare solutions for your museum before you invest time and money in the design process.
Relighting Existing Museum Exhibits in LED
ARTICLE — Bill Ellis of Candela Controls shares his thoughts on switching your museum over to LED lighting systems.
Do You Really Need a 3D Printer?
ARTICLE — Paul Orselli of Paul Orselli Workshop (POW!) offers this article on what to think about when creating open-ended design opportunities for museum visitors.