'The Keeper' is an exhibition at the New Museum that consists of several thousand artifacts, pieces of art and other curated objects.
The exhibition's seemingly random displays all come together to follow one theme -- the act of "preserving and collecting." In some ways The Keeper is a highly "meta" concept, as the entire process of creating museum exhibitions and displays is to preserve and collect. Rather than preserving and collecting to display a scene or message or passage in time, the process itself is under the microscope. The entire exhibition aims to make the viewer reconsider commonly held beliefs about value and ownership -- and think about preservation as an art itself.
This museum exhibition showcases beautiful displays while highlighting the art of experience and conservation.
Artifact-Hoarding Museums
New Museum's 'The Keeper' Exhibition Has Thousands of Collected Objects
Trend Themes
1. Museum Curatorship Redefined - The trend of presenting seemingly random displays with a strong theme to showcase museum artifacts is on the rise.
2. Preservation as Art Form - There is a growing trend of considering the preservation of artefacts and collections an art form in and of itself.
3. Experience-driven Exhibitions - Exhibitions that aim to create an immersive, thought-provoking experience for the viewer are becoming increasingly popular.
Industry Implications
1. Museums and Galleries - The museum and gallery industry can explore new ways of curating their exhibitions to redefine curatorship.
2. Conservation and Preservation - The conservation and preservation industry can consider incorporating artistically inspired preservation techniques and processes for artefacts and collections.
3. Experiential Tourism - The tourism industry can explore incorporating immersive and thought-provoking museum experiences as part of their offerings.