![]() ![]() It proceeds from the understanding that, essentially, curatorial practice means the production of constellations. ![]() The conference CURATORIAL THINGS pursues the implications, consequences, and potentialities that arise out of the interleaving of these aspects and their developments. Thirdly, by taking on an active role in such situations, these things ultimately attain the status of agents. Secondly, the material, static thing that is exhibited as a work of art and a cultural object is accompanied by elements of a curatorial situation that in their materiality, manifestation, and meaning are ephemeral, movable, and incomplete. Nor does it hold validity for the curatorial practices of other disciplines, such as theater, dance, or film. This notion cannot be declared generally valid for non-Western exhibiting practices and institutions. Three important aspects of the current curatorial discourse overlap and mutually engage one another in this context:įirstly, the “vessel function,” by which objects in Western culture came to be repositories of meaning and thus a core constituent of the conception of museums. The question of what can become a “thing” in exhibitions, and when, how, and with what potentialities, stands at the center of this debate. Fundamental questions are arising as to the relationship between the various elements of a presentation situation, including not only objects traditionally designated as exhibition pieces, but also display objects, exhibition spaces, discourses, and the various people involved. Traditional ideas about how things acquire importance as exhibition objects are beginning to break down and be reformulated. The way in which things are presented plays a decisive part in, and at the same time is strongly influenced by, this development. ![]() ![]() I likely won't return when in the area, but perhaps this was just a cup made incorrectly, and would taste different on another day.The status and significance of objects has changed since the beginning of the 21st century, affected by the course of globalization, the digitization of all areas of life, and the appreciation in value of immaterial work vis-à-vis the production of goods. I am not a coffee snob, but I do enjoy great coffee, and this did not live up to the reviews. I didn't actually try it until I arrived closer to my meeting, but the drink was made extremely sweet and the milk tasted "off", so after a few drinks, I ended up actually pouring it out and having the coffee at the meeting location. There are lots of coffee beans/variety to choose from (to take home), and lots of flavor combinations to create the perfect drink! I ordered a latte, skim milk, a "smidge" of vanilla. Service was extremely friendly and welcoming, very nice! There is limited seating inside, but perfect if having a cup solo or with a friend. Parking was easy (nice surprise, since it's located downtown and not always the case). I love trying new coffee shops that are local that I haven't been to! I was back in Bismarck for work and hadn't yet had the opportunity to visit Coffee Break, but based on the reviews, it's been on my list to try when I am in town. ![]()
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