CLEAN : London museums preserve lockdown life

The video discusses how people have adapted to the lockdown, reimagining their homes and sharing personal stories with a museum. It highlights the emotional impact of missing personal connections and the museum's efforts to document these experiences. The video also reflects on the shared experiences of lockdown and the importance of collecting objects for future reflection. Additionally, it shares stories of community support and simple acts of kindness during this extraordinary time.

How have people generally responded to the lockdown according to the museum's observations?

• They have become more isolated and withdrawn.

• They have started to rethink their homes and share their experiences.

• They have refused to engage with museums.

• They have ignored the lockdown and continued as usual.

What unexpected outcome did the museum experience during the lockdown?

• A surge in demand for online exhibitions.

• An increase in people sharing personal stories and emotions.

• A lack of interest in museum collections.

• A decrease in visitor numbers.

Why is it important for the museum to document the lockdown experience?

• To increase their collection size.

• To provide future generations with insights into this extraordinary time.

• To compete with other museums.

• To sell more tickets.

What kind of stories is the museum collecting during the lockdown?

• Stories of people attending large gatherings.

• Stories of people ignoring the lockdown rules.

• Stories of people traveling abroad.

• Stories of people helping others and simple acts of kindness.

How might simple acts, like shopping for a family member, be significant for the museum's collection?

• They show how people ignored the lockdown.

• They highlight the economic impact of the lockdown.

• They illustrate the everyday experiences and kindness during the lockdown.

• They demonstrate the failure of public services.