Recent Blog Posts
Ceramics Self-Discovery
This month I interviewed Tomoko Nakazato, ceramics instructor extraordinaire at Randall Museum and beyond. This month we thoughtfully reflect on the act of creating art with clay and the extensive effects it has on the artist. The topic came to mind as I was thinking...
Director’s Update – Spring 2017
Once again, thanks to the leadership of our indefatigable science educator, Marcus Wojtkowiak, the Randall Museum is producing the San Francisco Middle School Science Fair. The Fair is open to all public, independent, parochial, and home schools in San Francisco. This...
Are Science Fairs worth all the STRESS?!
As scientific research is constantly changing, so is the nature of science education. Yet one educational method has stood the test of time and continues to be an effective learning tool, the science fair project. I assume that for those who are not scientifically...
Directors Update – Winter 2017
When we started the Randall renovation project two years ago, we were delighted that our project was chosen among those that would be funded by the state grant. I knew that it could provide a profoundly transformative impetus to a 60 year-old institution. It has been...
An introduction to my brand of Community Engagement
Welcome to the first official Curiosity Piqued blog post! I am starting this blog because communal learning is key for a productive and mutually respectful society. Randall Museum’s model for community engagement is effective and powerful. Also, the Museum is in...
Director’s Update – Fall 2016
The Fall season has been very productive for the Randall staff at the Mission Arts Center. The move to our temporary location at 745 Treat St. has been completed, and many of our most popular programs are finding a welcome reception at the new location. The Treat...
Curiosity Piqued
Director’s Update
