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Blackouts, Bombs and Bananas -Childhood in WW2
Why is this case study relevant?
The project demonstrates the excellent outreach work that museums do and the efforts put into making collections accessible in the community who would otherwise find it difficult or impossible to access museum collections. MAC continues to bring collections closer to people by touring and use of interactive display, thereby enhancing the knowledge and understanding of young people and the communities of the past, present and future.
What were the aims of the project?
The aim of the project was to devise and install an exhibition on the experience of being a child in WW2 on Fife Council’s mobile museum and art gallery (MAC) and to promote positive interaction between the young and elderly in the community.
What happened?
The exhibition was the latest of many and it was to mark the success of the MAC and to thank all the people who made it so. It is also proving to be popular with schools and other groups in the community.
What is the wider relevance?
The project is relevant in the wider context in that museums continue to inspire creativity and promote learning and enjoyment for all by widening access to collections thereby contributing to the quality of people’s lives.
How was this project promoted?
Posters, flyers, press coverage and e-mails.
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Categories
Learning
Access
Project Start
1st Oct 2009
Project End
1st Nov 2009
Published
9th Oct 2009
Who Led?
Kirkcaldy Museum & Art Gallery
Who else took part?
The project involved various volunteers including students, Sewing Circle community group, Friends of the museum, partner organisations and members of the public who lent objects for the display and helped with information.
Who Paid?
Museums Galleries Scotland funded part of the event
How Much?
£2000.00