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About Claire Bown

I’m a UK-born museum educator, consultant, facilitator, author, and podcast host now based in the Netherlands.

I love teaching people the art of creating engaging, joyful experiences with art and objects in museum spaces.

Back in 2011, I noticed museum educators struggling to lead interactive, inquiry-led experiences that really engaged their audiences. This inspired me to design the Thinking Museum® Approach, – an effective, straightforward and practical approach that puts engagement at the heart of museum experiences.

Working both online and in-person, I partner with museum and heritage educators, guides, teachers and creatives worldwide. Through my book The Art Engager: Reimagining Guided Experiences in Museums, my popular podcast, and my training programmes, I share proven tools and techniques for creating meaningful, participant-centred experiences that bring art and objects to life.

Whether through training, consulting, speaking, or coaching, I help you to create museum experiences that spark curiosity, encourage dialogue, and bring joy to both educators and visitors alike.

I welcome conversations about how we might work together to enhance your museum’s educational programming.

Claire Bown of Thinking Museum
About Claire Bown