WestMuse Blog

Well somehow, it’s September already.

As museums and cultural institutions begin to reopen across the states, some are trying to maintain remote work practices, and some are learning how to transition back from remote work to the office all while following social distancing and other COVID-19 safety protocols.

Over the last few months, there has been growing concern and anxiety around how and where to cast a vote for November’s 2020 General Election.

In this uncertain time, one thing still remains true – the act of preparing and serving a meal, no matter how simple or complex, can bring great comfort and a sense of pleasure into our lives.

By Bryn Barabas Potter – BBP Museum Consulting

An outcome of the global coronavirus pandemic and the Black Lives Matter movement, museums and cultural institutions from coast-to-coast have been asked to reflect upon their own organizational values, commitment to diversity, and any internal discrepancies when it comes to equity in staffing, best practices, and community engagement.

There’s no doubt that 2020 has redefined what “social” means. It no longer means sitting together at the dinner table with friends, throwing birthday parties, having game nights, or visiting loved ones.

In the era of COVID-19, community engagement has shifted to the virtual.

Let’s get real. Staying indoors all the time can become rather boring. Luckily, there is a little thing called podcasts.