Art Science Museum and the Pandemic

The Science Museum in Singapore, known for its intersection of art, science, technology, and culture, faced significant challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Visitor numbers plummeted, prompting a shift to online programs like 'Art Science at Home' to engage audiences remotely. The museum focused on amplifying marginalized voices and redefined its role as a community caretaker. The pandemic highlighted the need for radical imaginative thinking and permanent changes in museum operations. As museums plan to reopen, they continue to explore new ways to connect with global audiences and support diverse communities.

What was the average number of visitors to the Science Museum before the pandemic?

• 1,500 visitors a day

• 2,800 visitors a day

• 3,200 visitors a day

• 4,000 visitors a day

What is the name of the online program launched by the museum during the pandemic?

• Science at Home

• Art and Science Online

• Art Science at Home

• Virtual Museum Experience

How did the museum support the local arts community during the pandemic?

• By providing financial grants

• By offering free entry to the museum

• By staging online performances

• By hosting physical exhibitions

What was one of the surprising impacts of the pandemic on the museum?

• Expansion of physical space

• Amplifying marginalized voices

• More focus on international exhibitions

• Increased on-site visitation

What does the Latin word 'curator' mean?

• To create

• To exhibit

• To care

• To collect

What is the theme of the museum's current show '22:19'?

• A world transformed by technology

• A world transformed by climate change

• A world transformed by art

• A world transformed by science

How has the pandemic changed the way museums engage with their audience?

• By reducing the number of exhibitions

• By utilizing online platforms

• By increasing ticket prices

• By focusing solely on local visitors

What has the pandemic highlighted about global inequalities?

• It has reduced inequalities

• It has amplified existing inequalities

• It has had no impact on inequalities

• It has created new inequalities

What is one of the long-term impacts of the pandemic on the museum's values?

• Reduction in staff

• Increased focus on profit

• Emphasis on community care

• Permanent closure of the museum

How can art and science together influence society during a pandemic?

• By working independently

• By ignoring societal issues

• By focusing on entertainment

• By combining knowledge and empathy