Curator how-to
How to Plan a Museum Exhibition
Exhibits tell a story with objects.
Quick answer
Exhibits tell a story with objects. In short: pick; select; arrange, then complete the remaining steps below.
Step by step
Pick the big idea.
Select objects.
Arrange loans.
Design the flow.
Write labels.
Plan programs.
Safety reminders for curators
- Handle objects carefully
- Follow conservation rules
- Follow ethics on acquisitions
- Follow security procedures
Key terms
Collection · Accession · Provenance · Conservation · Exhibition · Deaccession: see the full curator glossary.