Museums can bridge the gap between science and history. For example, much of what we understand about the past has been discovered or confirmed using scientific analysis. Museums can profit from this expertise as well as avoid the pitfalls of the often-superficial localization strategies that corporations use for their global products. Museums do not offer commercial merchandise, but cultural experiences. Museums can support thinking - extended engagement with the subject matter of an exhibit  by providing additional learning opportunities, whether that takes the form of classes, workshops, or website resources. Finally, museums can provide opportunities for visitors to think by having them record their reactions and thoughts on talk-back boards, videos, or exhibit-related list servers.

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