Posted Monday November 02 2015 at 06:32 am
in Cultural Inclusion
Graduates of the Seven Hills Foundation Curator in Training program are pleased to showcase the artwork of their peers of all abilities in this art exhibit. This collaborative exhibit showcases the transformation of all things; representing the alteration and effect of time. Many of the artists have been inspired by the transition of the seasons, while embracing this opportunity to explore what the word "Transition" means in context to our relationship to Earth.
Exhibit displayed November 4 - December 28, 2015
Opening reception November 5, 2015 from 5 to 7 pm
UMASS Medical School Memorial Library
55 North Lake Avenue Worcester, MA 01655
The Seven Hills Foundation Curator in Training (CiT) program is a 10-week curriculum which incorporates lessons with field trips to local museums where the trainees meet with professional curators, directors and designers who share their knowledge and expertise.
Posted Wednesday October 28 2015 at 10:22 pm
in Cultural Inclusion
Artist Christine Sun Kim was born deaf, and she was taught to believe that sound wasn't a part of her life, that it was a hearing person's thing. Through her art, she discovered similarities between American Sign Language and music, and she realized that sound doesn't have to be known solely through the ears — it can be felt, seen and experienced as an idea. In this endearing talk, she invites us to open our eyes and ears and participate in the rich treasure of visual language.
View the video on the TED Talks website.
Posted Sunday October 25 2015 at 10:49 pm
in Cultural Inclusion
A message from the Museum of Science:
The Museum of Science, Boston is committed to the inclusion of people with disabilities and strives to create an environment that is inviting, engaging, and accessible for everyone. To work toward achieving this goal, there are times throughout the year when the Museum seeks people with a variety of abilities and disabilities to help improve the accessibility of our Museum. Hearing from people with disabilities expands our knowledge about the museum experience and informs how we design museum offerings, such as exhibits and programs, in the future.
We are now seeking visitors with a range of disabilities (including, but not limited to, sensory, physical, and cognitive disabilities) who would like to be contacted to test new exhibit prototypes and explore the museum. Interested participants will come to the Museum of Science to interact with exhibit prototypes or explore other existing museum experiences. Testing could last anywhere between 30 and 90 minutes and will always include free admission to the Museum of Science exhibit halls for the day and free parking in the Museum’s garage.
If you would like to help the Museum of Science become more accessible by providing feedback during an upcoming testing session, please fill out this online form.
This form asks for your contact information as well as some details about the group you plan to visit the Museum with. If you prefer to fill out this form over the phone instead of online, please contact Stephanie Iacovelli, a Research and Evaluation Assistant, at 617-589-4438. You may also email her with any questions at siacovelli@mos.org.
