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Ruth Cuadra

Data point: Consumers seek third-space experiences around food | JWT Intelligence - 0 views

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    millenials are eager for third space experiences at retail food outlets, e.g., grocery stories and restaurants gen-Xers also interested; baby boomers, less so Whole Foods comedy videos on YouTube showcase it as a spot for socializing and matchmaking
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    I sometimes wonder if museums might create a separate entrance for 'third place' side experiences... is there a way to take some less valuable square footage - and turn it into something unique... and build some buzz around the experience
Ariane Karakalos

A Lifetime of Curiosity: Science Centers and Older Adults - 1 views

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    Browse PublicationsA Lifetime of Curiosity: Science Centers and Older Adults A Lifetime of Curiosity A Lifetime of Curiosity: Science Centers and Older Adults Wendy Pollock, Editor ASTC, May 2009 With the first wave of baby boomers now looking to the next phase of life, the time is right for museums to expand their engagement with older adult audiences. This publication offers positive examples, inspirational stories, and resources for those who are ready to get involved
Ruth Cuadra

Social Impact Innovation Company Redefines Financial Education With Traveling Museum Ex... - 0 views

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    Here's an interesting idea for a way to bring baby boomers into the museum (one section is about retirement planning)...an exhibit that attempts to make financial information resonant and "stick" with people
Karen Wade

Millennials: a New Hope for Philanthropy - AARP - 1 views

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    We Boomers truly recognize, appreciate, and admire the Millennials! There's great real hope for the future of philanthropy.
Karen Wade

Why 1950s-style ranch homes are all the rage again - Amy Hoak's Home Economics - Market... - 0 views

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    Three cheers for ranch homes, for all generations (and, fortunately, I already live in one)!
Lisa Eriksen

LA Times - More in U.S. caring for someone with health issues, study finds - 0 views

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    Caregiving is going to be a huge and expensive issue for this country to deal with in the coming years.  How can museums help?
Ariane Karakalos

The Derfner Judaica Museum, Louise Braverman Architect, world architecture news, archit... - 0 views

  • accessible spaces that are architecturally comfortable, curatorially comprehensible and technologically equipped to meet the needs of both the current and future elderly.
Steve Windhager

Environment takes back seat for today's youth, report finds - 1 views

  • Despite their green reputation, the report suggests today's young people are far less environmentally minded than previous generations.
  • In fact, three times as many Millennials - those currently in high school or college - than baby boomers at the same age said they made no personal effort to help the environment: 15 per cent versus five per cent.
  • xperts say the problem may be that our kids' green education has been too thorough, ingraining the notion of a dying planet to such a degree that many believe th
    • Garry Golden
       
      interesting; seen various studies on 'green' values across generation; most shift w/ times (good vs bad economy); but this could suggest being green for museums is less value add to brand association for Millennials?
Karen Wade

Volunteering Continues Upward Trend In Hours, Value | The NonProfit Times - 0 views

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    Volunteering seems to be alive and well across the generational boards.
Lisa Eriksen

Young tech entrepreneurs develop products for seniors - SFGate - 0 views

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    Entrepreneurs developing senior-focused products.  Are museums paying enough attention to this demographic?
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