Our main objective during the last two weeks has been gaining a better understanding of how the museum’s offerings (incl. displays related to our three central themes, CNT sites and demonstrations of traditional handicrafts) are received by visitors. Two school groups from Badahaure Secondary School and Machhapuchhere Secondary School as well as a larger mixed group of local villagers have enthusiastically shared their reactions in day-long sessions with museum staff. Ellen Width captured their comments (through a translator) and will adjust and supplement TMLC’s displays accordingly. Apart form their positive feedback, their suggestions will greatly enhance both relevance and accuracy of the TMLC’s displays. We gratefully acknowledge their contributions.
For trekkers and other unaccompanied persons passing by, all stops along the Culture and Nature Trail have now been marked with names in Nepali and Gurung as well as unique QR-codes that provide some basic information in Nepali and English for the benefit of anyone carrying a smartphone with a code reader. Try it out!
In preparation for the monsoon, museum objects have been securely packed for storage, protected from moisture and insects that can destroy these valuable links to Tamagi’s past. The time-consuming process of cataloging and marking these items has also been set in motion. Each item on display has been photographed and all relevant information stored in digital format. This process will continue as new items are added to collections.
Finally, a Facebook group has been set up for TMLC (Tamagi Museum and Learning Centre), intended not as a replacement for this web site, but rather a supplement providing more frequent updates on TMLC events as well as an informal and more accessible channel for visitors’ comments and suggestions. Please follow it on your FB account.
