Reconnect (2020/2021)
Reconnect’ was an ambitious six-month remote learning and engagement project to help combat isolation heightened by the COVID-19 pandemic. 'Reconnect' has enabled the museum to continue to provide valuable cultural engagements, resources and experiences for community groups with long term health conditions and family groups. The project was designed to enhance positive cultural participation and ensure that isolated and shielding participants can still benefit from the rich experiences the museum has to offer.
An integrated team of museum educators, curators, cultural partners and freelance artists were brought together to support those most in need in the local community. All project activities were designed to spark imagination and support shared, remote learning experiences, utilising the museum's new temporary exhibitions 'Time and Tide: The Transformation of the Tay' and 'A Love Letter to Dundee: Joseph McKenzie Photographs 1964-1987' as creative catalysts. Activities included digital reminiscence sessions, tutor-led zoom sessions to develop skills in photography, a wide range of family friendly digital activities, free art kits, artist-led art activities, as well as specially choreographed themed online dance sessions. Participants also had opportunities to share their own stories and co-produce final project artworks and publications.
