In Defense of Museum Benches

There aren’t enough benches in museums, says David Whitemyer in an article for the American Alliance of Museums, and I agree.

He suggests 4 things to consider:

1. Help visitors slow down
2. Make [benches] part of the plan
3. Encourage hanging out
4. Know the rules

“Whoever first came up with the idea is a genius: free public resting places where you can take time out from the bustle and brouhaha of the city, and simply sit and watch and reflect.” 

British writer Tom Hodgkinson