In my last blog post I talked about my Here and There project. This time, I’m focusing on another project I’ve immersed myself in this year—My Year of Museum Thinking. Inspired by one of my Masters modules, Exhibiting the Body, the goal was simple: visit a museum or art gallery at least once a week. Living in London, with its endless cultural opportunities, has made this even more exciting. What began as a way to get me out of the house during the winter months has transformed into something far more enriching. It’s sparked creativity, and along the way, it’s also given me the chance to connect with family and friends through discussions about the exhibits and their impact.
Keeping up with the city’s exhibitions and forming my own opinions has been really rewarding. To document everything, I’ve taken photos at some galleries and museums, and kept a scrapbook, which came in handy when looking back over this year of weekly museum visits. As I looked through my scrapbook, I noticed that the exhibitions I enjoyed the most are the ones that challenged familiar perspectives.
While I tried not to favour any particular type of exhibition or gallery, those that pushed my thinking stood out: Hew Locke’s exhibition at the British Museum, Tavares Strachan at the Hayward, and Entangled Pasts at the Royal Academy, just to name a few. Plus, visiting other exhibitions in places we’ve travelled to this year has added a whole new dimension to the experience. Ultimately, exploring these exhibitions has led me to think more deeply about creativity and the various ways we express it.
My Year of Museum Thinking has been really rewarding, and already I’ve started looking at reviews for exhibitions in 2025. It’s ignited an interest in what’s coming up and how I can continue exploring new ideas. And a HUGE thank you to all who joined me this year, making those museum or gallery trips even more memorable!
Kirstin
What an incredible project! I love that it was inspired by your study.
Thank you! It’s been a really fun year!
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