Planning an exhibit can be complicated, and it is easy to miss important details. In this recording of Pitfalls to Avoid in Exhibit Planning, exhibit developer Bethany Fleming and exhibit designer Peter Hyde explain the most common mistakes people make and how to avoid them.
They cover the key parts of the planning process, including your goals, team, tools, budget and timeline. Whether you are planning a large exhibit or a smaller project, this webinar provides simple, practical advice you can use right away.
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You'll Learn:
- How to set clear goals for your exhibit.
- How to build the right team and include key people early.
- Which tools can help with planning, writing and organizing assets.
- How to create realistic schedules and budgets.
- Why it helps to check your work during the process and after opening.
Download Presentation Deck (PDF)
Download Exhibit Planning Check List (PDF)
Resources from Peter & Bethany
Free Gantt Chart Schedule Templates & Software
Free CAD/3D Modeling Software for Beginners
- FreeCAD
- Operating System Compatibility: Windows, macOS, Linux
- Supported File Formats: STL, OBJ, DXF and more
- TinkerCAD
- Operating System Compatibility: Browser-based
- Supported File Formats: STL, OBJ, GLB, SVG
- SketchUp Free
- Operating System Compatibility: Browser-based
- Supported 3D Printing File Formats: STL, SKP, JPG, PNG
Software/Sharing Platforms
Editing Assistance Websites
Free Image Websites
Meet the Experts
Bethany Fleming
Owner of Fleming Museum Consulting
Exhibit Developer
Bethany Fleming, a museum and exhibit development professional with over 20 years of experience, founded Fleming Museum Consulting after key roles at the National Hellenic Museum and the Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center. Her projects include the award-winning Geneva History Center and collaborations with organizations like Mackinac State Historic Parks and the Chicago Architecture Foundation.
Peter Hyde
Owner of Peter Hyde Design
Exhibit Designer
Peter Hyde is a designer with over 25 years of experience in the professional design field. He has worked on diverse projects in the United States and internationally. Peter founded Peter Hyde Design in 2012 to provide high-quality design and interpretive services. He has also worked for internationally recognized design firms and is involved in promoting the museum field.