The Art Engager: Reimagining Guided Experiences in Museums

“A game changer for those looking to elevate their teaching practice, or for anyone interested in creating a more meaningful connection with art.”
– Mike Murawski, Consultant, Educator and author of Museums as Agents of Change: A Guide to Becoming a Changemaker
“Claire is leading the engagement movement in museums. Mandatory reading for anyone wanting to nurture spaces of deep thinking, reflection and joy.”
– Trevor Mackenzie, Teacher, Author, Inquiry Consultant
Imagine leading lively museum discussions with confidence, knowing exactly which questions to ask and when, engaging your audience effortlessly in the process.
The Art Engager is your comprehensive guide for designing and facilitating meaningful, interactive museum experiences. Through the innovative Thinking Museum(r) Approach, you’ll discover how to create inquiry-led discussions that are both structured and flexible, using tools like the 10 Questioning Practices, the CHOOSE framework, and the Discussion Cycle.
Full of well-researched insights and easy-to-apply strategies, this book is an invaluable resource for educators working in a wide variety of museums and heritage settings.
Whether you’re new to the field or a seasoned professional looking to refine your approach, The Art Engager will empower you to foster deep engagement, share knowledge intentionally and build collaborative communities through effective facilitation techniques.
This go-to guidebook offers the tools to enhance your practice and transform your participants’ experience, bringing art and objects to life.