What is the Living Museum?

The Living Museum was started in 1983 by Dr. János Marton and Bolek Greczynski in the former cafeteria building, as a means of providing a space for patients to have an outlet for their mental illness through art therapy. Over the years, the program has assisted scores of patients and is currently displaying works by nearly 60 artists.

What is an example of a Living History Museum?

Plimoth Plantation in Plymouth, Massachusetts, is an example of a living history museum. It replicates a 17th century English village established by colonists. The Medieval Centre in Denmark is another example of a living museum depicting the middle ages in the country during the late 14 th and early 15 th centuries.

What is the Revolutionary War living museum project?

Revolutionary War Living Museum Project - Students research someone during the Revolution, write a short paper, and write a short skit. You can team up with other students, each researching your own, but writing your skit together. Choose Your Own Adventure from over 70 different classroom activities and possible assignments

Why is authenticity a major concern for Living Museums?

Authenticity is a major concern for living museums because it is impossible to recreate a piece of the past perfectly to simulate living history. Some museums portray gross inaccuracies as they attempt to depict an idealized image.