Emily--

When I worked at the Detroit Institute of Arts, I believe we (Education) settled for a compromise of an "adult" about 5'8".  Off the top of my head, I think we measured approx. 48" from floor to the center of the label.  The height could be off, but I do know that the height of the "ideal" viewer was shortened (and pictures lowered as well). You might want to call the DIA's photography curator to confirm.

Stratton Green
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>>> Emily Romick <[log in to unmask]> 10/11/07 9:49 AM >>>
Hi all-

There was a posting concerning this same question a few weeks ago, but I'm 
bringing it up again.  What is considered standard label height for an exhibit 
geared towards adults?  It's a photography exhibit, with accompanying 
interpretive text (which is pretty dense).  What height is most readable for the 
general public?  

Thanks, 

Emily 
Laurel Hill Cemetery and Friends of Laurel Hill

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