Contemporary arts in the Natural History Museum London: symbiosis and disruption

June 19, 2009 | Public Programs, Exhibitions

The Natural History Museum’s contemporary arts programme is described and discussed, in particular the developments since 2006. The various models of engaging with artists and the rationale behind the resulting exhibitions and displays are explained in more detail. Artists who have created new works enabled through the programme include Mark Dion, choreographer Siobhan Davies, Tania Kovats, Tessa Farmer, Dan Harvey and Heather Ackroyd.

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Bergit Arends

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Natural History Museum London

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ISSN : 1824-2049

Publication Name: Journal of Science Communication

Volume: 8

Number: 2

Resource Type: Reference Materials

Discipline: Art, music, and theater | Life science

Audience: General Public | Museum/ISE Professionals | Scientists

Environment Type: Public Programs | Museum and Science Center Programs | Exhibitions

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