This symposium was held at the Pulitzer to discuss new museum architecture and the issues that arise during the selection, design, and construction processes. Participants included representatives from institutions who had recently gone through a renovation or new building construction, as well as those who were in the planning phase for such an endeavor. In addition to basic design considerations, participants discussed curatorial concerns; the relationship of the institution to its various constituencies; conservation concerns; exhibition challenges and potentials; accessibility to collections; accommodating crowds and providing visitors with intimate experiences; and questions related to lighting, finishes, and material.
