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Ian · 24th May 2006, 10:39 PM

Michal:

I think the advice you are receiving here is all good. Our perspectives reflect different audiences. What we, as collectors, would like to see is not necessarily what is going to draw the vast majority of visitors to your displays. There are perhaps a few tens of thousands of edged weapons enthusiasts worldwide, compared with many millions of museum attendees. What is your target audience?

Many museums tailor their displays to all ages, but increasingly to children (and their parents) and young adults. This means keeping pace with the current trends, and technology is one of the current trends.

If your goal is to please a bunch of old guys, like Tim and me, then stay with the traditional displays. If you want to appeal more widely, go with a mix of new and traditional methods.

Ian.

24th May 2006, 10:39 PM	#19
Ian Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: The Aussie Bush Posts: 4,361	What do you want to accomplish? Michal: I think the advice you are receiving here is all good. Our perspectives reflect different audiences. What we, as collectors, would like to see is not necessarily what is going to draw the vast majority of visitors to your displays. There are perhaps a few tens of thousands of edged weapons enthusiasts worldwide, compared with many millions of museum attendees. What is your target audience? Many museums tailor their displays to all ages, but increasingly to children (and their parents) and young adults. This means keeping pace with the current trends, and technology is one of the current trends. If your goal is to please a bunch of old guys, like Tim and me, then stay with the traditional displays. If you want to appeal more widely, go with a mix of new and traditional methods. Ian.