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Jeraka Tweite posted a new Topic
Monday, Sep 25, 2023 at 2:51 PM
Magnet Wall Pieces
We are considering expanding the pieces incorporated into our Magnet Wall (approx 12ft). We currently have gears, tube track creation pieces, tic-tac-toe and a number of shapes to play with and we currently rotate these in and out every couple of weeks. Are there any other pieces that anyone has used that were well received by visitors as part of a magnet wall exhibit piece? Wondering if anyone has had luck with something commercially available vs being made by an exhibit team.
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Claire Stockman posted a reply on Re: Customer Service Training
Friday, Sep 22, 2023 at 1:48 PM
Said: Thank you everyone! Yes, we are looking for resources that we can draw from to create our own customized curriculum and training plan. You all have given some GREAT places to look. I appreciate it!
Shenna Hayden posted a reply on Re: Customer Service Training
Friday, Sep 22, 2023 at 12:58 PM
Said: I agree with Meghan! I have done some of the online Disney trainings and they have great nuggets you can use to influence your own training! But she is so right, you have to root it in your own mission and create something that wi...
Megan Dietz posted a reply on Re: Providing food during 'lunch time hours' event
Friday, Sep 22, 2023 at 12:29 PM
Said: You will have greater attendance offering food than you would without food, but you may still have great attendance since opening a new museum location is super exciting! I concur with the idea of food trucks. Another option...
Tavia Minnich posted a reply on Re: Providing food during 'lunch time hours' event
Friday, Sep 22, 2023 at 12:09 PM
Said: Since it is a free event and open to the public, food trucks would be the best option with having the guest pay. I have known that some places do free vouchers for members, whether it is ice-cream or some type of incentive. I would sugg...
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