Hello, Andrea.

You might also want to check with local libraries that have
bookmobile programs.  While not exactly the same idea as a museum
exhibit, bookmobiles have been around for years and libraries may
have some insight into particular areas of such programs.

Best of luck,

Cheryl Kessler

--- Andréa Morrill <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
> Good afternoon,
>
> I am developing a "Mobile Museum" for Southeast Missouri State
> University Museum.  The University's administration is interested
> in
> a large walk-through vehicle - such as a mobile home or truck with
> trailer - that will contain exhibits of some sort.  The Museum has
> archaeology, fine art, and history collections, so the exhibitions
> may vary.  At this stage, I am hoping to find out what other
> museums
> run or have run mobile programs like this in the past.  I would
> like
> to find out information about the type of vehicle used, the target
> audience, the planning of programs, etc.  I am aware of three such
> programs: the Arkansas Art Center's Artmobile, the Museum of New
> Mexico's Van of Enchantment, and the Connecticut Audubon Society's
> Rolling Nature Center.
>
> If you are aware of other mobile museum programs, please contact me
> and let me know.  I would like to get the name of the museum or
> interpretive center that runs it.  Or, if you work directly with
> such
> a program, I would appreciate any comments that you can offer on
> your
> experience.
>
> Thank you.
>
> --
> Sincerely,
> Andréa M. Morrill
> Curator of Education
> Southeast Missouri State University Museum
> (573) 651-2301
> [log in to unmask]
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