Claire Pillsbury, Projects Director, The Exploratorium
Planetariums
I can advise you on planetarium development and operation as well as show selection and production.Development and operation of touring and permanent planetariums, including show selection and production. My experience includes setting up and running the planetarium at the Centre…
Exhibit and exhibition development
I have extensive experience in developing hands-on exhibit concepts, prototyping and final build. I can work with you to select or develop exhibits appropriate for your organisation and support you through their development and construction to ensure successful long-term operation.…
Special events and festivals
I offer expert consultancy on creating impactful and engaging special events for people of all ages, including festivals, weekend or evening events. Previous projects Establishing Maker Faire UK – the longest-running Maker Faire outside the US Newcastle Science Festival Parent…
Learning
Consultancy services include: Developing new learning programmes for audiences of all kinds. Writing and developing learning materials for all ages. Consultancy on setting up learning teams and facilities.
Training and development
I have established and managed teams delivering all aspects of science centres’ public-facing activities and can provide staff training to help develop your staff and build their science engagement skills in areas including: Writing and developing science shows. Show presentation…
Makers, Making Spaces and Maker Faires
I can provide consultancy on all aspects of setting up and running Maker Spaces and Maker Faires Maker Faires I established Maker Faire UK, the longest-running Maker Faire outside the US in 2009, running it with the Centre for Life…
Exhibit and exhibition development
I have extensive experience in developing hands-on exhibit concepts, prototyping and final build. I can work with you to select or develop exhibits appropriate for…
Contact
Contact info@sciencecentresinternational.com for further information.
Training and development
I have established and managed teams delivering all aspects of science centres’ public-facing activities and can provide staff training to help develop your staff and…