Lightning Session: Exhibit Design

Saturday, September 6, 2025

1:15 PM - 2:15 PM US PT

Location: 2003

Amplifying Rightful Presence in Science Centers: Research on Exhibit Co-Design With Ohlone Youth and Families
Join us to explore an innovative, mixed reality exhibit co-design project in collaboration with Ohlone youth and families at the Lawrence Hall of Science. Discover how participatory design that centers Indigenous knowledge can reshape science learning experiences and cultivate a sense of belonging and respect, or rightful presence.
Presenters
Devin Cavero – The Lawrence Hall of Science, University of California, Berkeley
Louis Trevino – Cafe Ohlone
Sarah Olsen – The Lawrence Hall of Science, University of California, Berkeley
Victor Bojorquez
Vincent Medina – The Lawrence Hall of Science, University of California, Berkeley

Exhiblets: Museum-Like Exhibits From Everyday Materials for Classrooms, Libraries, and Community Centers
Museums inspire curiosity and discovery, but access to high-quality exhibits isn’t always within reach for schools and community centers. Enter exhiblets—small, interactive exhibits crafted from everyday materials that blend the essence of museum exhibits with the ingenuity of hands-on making. Come explore ways to co-create neighborhood-based centers of curiosity.
Presenters
Jose Sanchez – Greenfield Community Science Workshop
Sam Haynor – Exploratorium

Las Palabras Importan – Words Matter: Bilingual Graphic Design for Equitable and Engaging Exhibits
Join the La Nube STEAM Discovery Center to explore how bilingual graphic design fosters equity and learning in exhibits. Learn about non-hierarchical design, translation best practices, and clear communication strategies.
Presenters
Karla Salazar – La Nube STEAM Discovery Center
Laura Macias – Gyroscope Inc.

More Than Meets the Eye: Developing an Accessible Exhibition About Human Perception
In this lightning session, staff members from the Museum of Science, Boston, will reflect on recent efforts to create an accessible exhibition based on a topic that could easily become inaccessible—perceptual illusions.
Presenters
Jessica G – Museum of Science, Boston
Sylvie Rosenkalt – Museum of Science, Boston

Sari Custer

Chief of Science and Curiosity
Arizona Science Center, United States
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Victor Bojorquez

The Lawrence Hall of Science, United States
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Devin Cavero

Research Analyst
The Lawrence Hall of Science, United States
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Jessica G

Exhibit Content Developer
Museum of Science, Boston, United States
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Sam Haynor

Senior Exhibit Developer // Project Director
Exploratorium, United States
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Laura Macias

Senior Designer & Developer
Gyroscope Inc., United States
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Vincent A. Medina

Co-Founder 'ottoy Initiative
The Lawrence Hall of Science, United States
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Sarah Olsen

Research Lead
The Lawrence Hall of Science, United States
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Sylvie Rosenkalt

Museum of Science, Boston, United States
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Karla Salazar

Senior Vice President
La Nube STEAM Discovery Center, United States
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Jose S. Sanchez

Director
Greenfield Community Science Workshop, United States
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Louis Trevino

Founder
mak-'amham/Cafe Ohlone, United States