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Parker Davidson posted a new Topic
Thursday, Aug 3, 2023 at 1:49 PM
Naming/branding for accessibility programs/umbrella funds
Hello! We're initiating a large accessibility-focused program for our museum and are running into consistent trouble when it comes to naming/marketing strategies. For other museums who have similar access programs/access funds (think big-tent accessibility, not isolated to niches), what strategies did you pursue in figuring out the branding and marketing?
Rain Coats/Rain Jackets for water exhibits
Wondering what rain jackets/coats you use for water exhibits - specifics please! We have not had good success keeping the ones we have clean.
Thanks!
Mike
Thanks!
Mike
Danielle Desjardin posted a reply on Re: Felt play food
Thursday, Aug 3, 2023 at 12:38 PM
Said: I second what Beth said above (hi Beth!) We work with different Etsy sellers who make custom felt foods for our World Cafe exhibit; we switch to 3-4 different countries a year. I have purchased felt food from new sellers, i...
Beth Housewert posted a reply on Re: Felt play food
Thursday, Aug 3, 2023 at 12:23 PM
Said: At my last museum we partnered with an Etsy seller to get exactly what we wanted for our cultural cafe. (HA... it's hard to find felt ceviche!)Along the way we also switched over to vinyl custom designs too for some of the countries...
Hardin Engelhardt posted a reply on Re: Felt play food
Thursday, Aug 3, 2023 at 10:14 AM
Said: We use custom felt pizzas. We run the pizzas and toppings through the washer and dryer as well in a mesh bag. They hold up pretty well.
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