WHAT SHOULD MILITARY MUSEUM LOOK LIKE

[Andrew]

Originally Posted by wolviex

What do you find necessary to entertain people on exhibition like this (according to the popular rule "to entartain and learn"). Multimedia like TV, computers with battles reconstructions?, to give a possibilty to shoot from crossbow (it's prohibited weapon ), or to hold rapier/sabre/pallash thanks to "don't-know-what-and-how-yet" technical solution (there is always a danger someone would like to test a weapon on mother-in-law, wife or surrounding - so the question would be, how to protect it). I'm courius what are your ideas.
Thanks

Michal,

I think the most engaging displays involve as many senses as possible, not just vision. Sound and touch can be very effective.

I'm not necessarily suggesting you pipe in period music for each display (although appropriate background music is always nice), but perhaps offer visitors the option of hearing recorded descriptions of some exhibits. Wireless transmitters for headphones are available and probably not too pricey.

I imagine handling authentic antique weapons is really not an option. However, there are fantastic replicas available now. Giving visitors the ability to handle well-made replicas of displayed items can really contribute to the overall experience. Edges can always be rebated for safety.

How many times have we all seen someone pick up a sword and exclaim in suprise how light it was?