First Look at Second Site

The UPM opens a third store within the Museum on March 14. The Second Site shop, located just inside the Trescher main entrance, will focus primarily on items linked directly to the permanent collections and special exhibitions. It will feature reproductions and other materials related to the newly renovated classical galleries, Worlds Intertwined: Etruscans, Greeks, and Romans, opening to the public March 16.

Susan West, manager of the Museum shops, noted that the new retail outlet will serve several purposes. "It was wonderful to find this perfect little spot to help promote the Museum," she said, referring to the reclamation of former office space for the project. "The new shop's use of light and color gives a lift to the new entrance and waiting area, as well as providing a convenient place for visitors to meet after their time touring the Museum's collections."

"We strive to make all three shops, with their emphasis on products highlighting the Museum's permanent holdings, act as an extension to the galleries, and enhance the visitor's overall experience of the Museum," she said.

Second Site's merchandise, which will include clothing, photographs, reproductions, and accessories, will complement the goods in the Museum's other shops. The Second Site shop will be open from 12-4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, and 1-5 p.m. Sunday.

See March Volunteer Opportunities to help at the Second Site shop.

  Almanac, Vol. 49, No. 24, March 4, 2003