I didn't bring my son to a museum to look at screens
21 hours ago
- #Technology in Education
- #Parenting
- #Museums
- The author recalls fond childhood memories of visiting The Franklin Institute (TFI) in Philadelphia, where interactive, hands-on exhibits left a lasting impression.
- During a recent visit to TFI with his six-year-old son, the author was disappointed to find many exhibits replaced or overshadowed by touchscreen displays, which he feels detract from the museum's purpose.
- The author criticizes the prevalence of screens in museums, arguing that they fail to provide the same tangible, engaging experiences as physical, interactive exhibits.
- Despite the criticism, the author acknowledges that TFI still has valuable hands-on exhibits, though they are often tucked away and in need of maintenance.
- The author calls for museums to eliminate touchscreen exhibits and refocus on real, interactive experiences that connect visitors, especially children, to the physical world.