Other kinds of collections may also be displayed, including objects from nature walks. Provide props in the dramatic play area so children can play at taking on the various roles of people who are found at an art museum. The art area can be used to make posters and brochures of the latest exhibit. ArtSpace is contains Trevor, the gallery guide, two people who are viewing the images, artists, and children making art. It takes a lot of people, each doing their own job, to run a museum.
Visitors are also important to a museum.
Although ArtSpace does not include a museum shop, children who have visited a museum may decide to set up a shop in a part of their museum or in another part of the classroom. Museums often have special opening parties for a new exhibit. When children finish their museum, or mount a new exhibit, have a real opening, inviting families, or another class of children, or have a pretend opening for class members only. An opening is a good time to explain the importance of art to families. Decide on special music or any special effects you may be able to secure for the opening.