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The Museumazing Blog is your go-to guide for unlocking the magic of museums—whether you’re planning a family day out, looking for classroom inspiration, or simply curious about the wonders tucked away in galleries around the world.
Think of this as your friendly field guide to help make every day Museumazing.
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Looking for an Easy Way to Spark Curiosity and Connection? Start Your Own Museum of Everything
Over on Instagram, I just launched a new series called The Museum of Everything. The idea is wonderfully simple: take an everyday object, present it just a little…
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The Case for Wonder in a Distracted World
The world is busy and loud and fast. And I’ll admit something that might be slightly unpopular in certain corners of the internet: I kind of love that…
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Why Sometimes It’s Good to See the World in Black and White
The world can be noisy — and not just in terms of sound. Sure, there are car horns, buzzing notifications, and clattering dishes. But there’s also visual noise:…
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Ban the B-Word! How to Remove “Boring” from Your Vocabulary
Boring Happens Being bored at museums is a common complaint. If you’ve ever hung out with a kid — especially at a museum, historic site, or cultural event…
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The Secret to a Truly Great Museum Visit? Connection!
Why Connection Belongs in the Museumazing 4 C’s At Museumazing, we talk a lot about the 4 C’s: Curiosity, Creativity, Culture, and Connection. At first glance, connection might…
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Look Closely: The 3-Minute Challenge That Builds Focus and Curiosity
Try this simple art observation activity for kids (and grown-ups too!) One of the four core lenses of the Museumazing Mindset is Look Closely. It’s about slowing down,…
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Spark Some Family Fun
If you’re looking for a great weekend activity or just want to make your next museum visit more enriching than your last, start with this guide. You’ll see your weekend plans in a whole new way!
Get Classroom Inspiration
Why do museums belong in your curriculum, even if you can’t take a field trip? Check out this guide to see how our approach can help students develop often-overlooked skills that support overall academic success.
Build Your Brain at Any Age
Museumazing is for everyone. Check out this guide to learn how our tools and approach can surprise and delight a wide range of audiences, all while building essential skills.