# Contemporary Collectible Exhibits CMA's Cabinets of Wonder Elevates the Art of Collecting By Meghan Young | Published 2014-06-18 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cabinets-of-wonder References: [redtri](http://redtri.com/new-york/spring-family-art-exhibits/slide/4/) & [cmany.org](http://cmany.org/events/cabinetsofwonder/) Kids innately flex their inner curator by collecting stamps, stickers, sports cards and coins; the Cabinets of Wonder: The Art of Collecting exhibit helps them understand this world more by presenting the [collections of contemporary artists](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collectible-new-york). Displayed in visually striking ways, collections of leather shoes, locust thorns and more show children that their urges are natural. Presented by the [Children's Museum of the Arts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bronx-childrens-museum) in New York City, the Cabinets of Wonder: The Art of Collecting exhibit targets all ages. Yet there is a specific section dedicated to children. It turns them into art curators, prompting them to group like items together in trays, from broken watches to colorful necklace beads. It is informative and interactive. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Contemporary Collectibles:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Develop a platform or app that connects collectors of contemporary art and helps them discover, trade, and sell their collectibles. - **Interactive Curatorial Experiences:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Create immersive digital tools or installations that allow visitors to interact with curated collections and learn about the stories behind each item. - **Childhood Collecting Education:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Design educational programs or online courses that teach children about different types of collecting and encourage them to explore their own collecting interests. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art Market:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Develop an online marketplace specifically catered to contemporary art collectors, providing access to exclusive pieces and facilitating transactions. - **Museum and Exhibition Design:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Incorporate cutting-edge technologies such as augmented reality and holography to enhance the visitor experience and bring collections to life. - **Education and Edtech:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Create digital learning platforms or apps that offer engaging lessons and activities to educate children about collecting and foster their creativity. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Material Curiosity Art Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keep-it-curious.md) - [American Art Furniture Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/american-art-furniture.md) - [Contemporary Collectible Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-collectible-design.md) - [Surreal Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-deitch-art-gallery.md) - [American Collectible Design Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/object-usa-2024.md) - [Playful Learning Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-open-house.md) - [Whimsically Vibrant Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colorama.md) - [Playful Button-Focused Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beau-mccall.md) - [Playful Interactive Galleries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/play-by-american-express-platinum.md)