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Sarah Broadwell posted a reply on Re: Museum Transition- To New Space
Thursday, Sep 3, 2026 at 10:44 AM
Said: We are a small museum that went from having no location, to doing mobile pop ups, to moving into a permanent space and we faced a lot of the same questions! Feel free to reach out to talk more (director@trailheadkids.org), and here are ...
Rachel Strack posted a reply on Re: Museum Transition- To New Space
Thursday, Sep 3, 2026 at 8:35 AM
Said: Hello Shelby -You could reach out to Barbi Baker at the Cape Fear Museum of History and Science. We just help them design-build exhibits for a brand new museum location. I hope she's able to give you good advice!"Baker, ...
Erika Floreska posted a reply on Re: Donor Walls: Vendors & Budget Recommendations
Thursday, Sep 3, 2026 at 7:24 AM
Said: Love these two examples - i’m curious are these for a capital campaign, and more permanent? Or do you change these from year to year?We have a digital screen with annual donors, but we’ll be looking for something new in co...
Ardith Hendrix posted a reply on Re: Museum Transition- To New Space
Wednesday, Sep 2, 2026 at 5:51 PM
Said: We too are looking forward to a move into a new building and would like to hear from others who have completed one.
Shelby Kellner posted a new Topic
Wednesday, Sep 2, 2026 at 5:32 PM
Museum Transition- To New Space
Hi everyone!
I’m hoping to get some advice from museums that have gone through a major expansion or relocation.
I’m hoping to get some advice from museums that have gone through a major expansion or relocation.
We are currently in the middle of an expansion and have purchased a new building that will require significant renovations before we can fully move in. As we work on our transition plan, I’d love to hear from others who have been through something similar.
How did you handle the transition between your old and new locations?
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