Making a Statement in Museums and Visitor Attractions
Museums are more than just spaces filled with historical stories and artefacts. These exhibitions often have a deeper meaning, whether to represent a community, retell forgotten stories or champion injustices from the past and present.
As a large-format print specialist, it’s our job to shape print and displays around this meaning so visitors leave feeling connected or inspired. Over the last 60 years, we’ve helped clients in the museum and heritage sector tell their stories in a way that best engages visitors.
We revisit a few of our remarkable projects below and uncover the specialist print solutions used to bring history, culture and art to life.
The Sheikh Abdullah Al-Salem Cultural Centre shares the diverse heritage of Kuwait, Islamic and Arab history across 22 unique galleries. All located on a single 13-hectare site, this cultural centre required a substantial collection of graphics for galleries covering natural history, science, technology and space.
As the only appointed print supplier, we produced 1,400 graphics in four months, working 9,500 hours to deliver on the project. Our team installed large-format wall coverings and stencils, a variety of lightboxes, Dibond interpretation signage and much more to bring this project to scale.
Since opening in 2018, the cultural centre has attracted hundreds of thousands of visitors, gaining its place as the country’s most prestigious cultural and scientific monument. Our displays ensured it showcased and honoured the achievements of the Middle East.
Want to learn more? Head to our case study to discover the work involved.
The Intelligence Factory exhibition, designed by RAA, aims to spark curiosity and start conversations about the untold stories of Britain’s best-kept secret.
We were assigned to deliver and install over a thousand graphics, many intricately placed and overlaid with interactive displays. The Intelligence Factory is immersive, inviting visitors to imagine themselves as codebreakers in WWII.
Textual layers, moving projections and tactile panels combined to create an immersive effect. We recreated key operations, like the naval plotting room, which was assembled with large MDF panels resembling maps. A complex array of strings and map pins overlaid each panel to allow visitors to plot the war’s course.
These codebreakers’ immense efforts matched the work of getting this exhibition live. Every aspect, from the large-scale wall illustrations to the fabricated room sets, encouraged visitors to make meaning together.
Explore the work behind The Intelligence Factory in our case study.
There are great successes and losses in war. For The Intelligence Factory, we uncovered critical moments of Britain’s wartime efforts.
At the Zekelman Holocaust Center, it’s about remembering the evils of war and those impacted. Spearheaded by D&P, we were briefed to create 47 frames fitted with ceiling- and wall-mounted lightboxes and tension frame systems, showcasing the stories of Holocaust victims and survivors.
Archival images, survivor testimonies and informational text were printed on the fabric graphic to provide an eye-opening view of this brutal history. These displays offered a refreshing outlook – one that visitors will never forget.
We were honoured to individualise the stories of so many victims and hope this exhibition preserves the legacy of all involved.
Learn more about this exhibition in our case study.
Museums facilitate social learning for both young and old, so much has to be considered to ensure it engages all. This was a top priority for the Science Museum in London when opening the Technicians: The David Sainsbury Gallery.
This project aimed to inspire 11-16-year-olds to choose a technical career. We developed over 400 printed elements involving printed signage, wallpapers and panels.
A key area of the gallery was an interactive replica of Shuri’s Lab from Black Panther. This life-size model allows young visitors to engage with the technical aspects of film production. We created futuristic geometric wallpaper for the interiors, along with 10 metres of Titan wallpaper depicting a winding piece of art.
The Technicians Gallery captures the essence of a technical career through hands-on learning and visually engaging print. The exhibit’s use of tactile elements helps younger neurodivergent people connect to a real-world experience that may inspire them later in life.
With over a century of experience, we understand what it takes to transform a vision into a compelling museum exhibit. These four projects have shown the importance of quality print and standout displays – something no museum can go without.
Looking to transform your exhibit? We recommend using the following print elements:
Leach is a leading large-format print specialist for museums, heritage sites, and exhibitions. We manage all services in-house, covering everything from design and print to production and installation. Our dedicated team ensures that every project stays on track, bringing your space to life without delay.
Visit our case studies for inspiration and a glimpse into our work. If you’re ready to transform your space or want to learn more about our services, please contact us. We’re here to help your vision become a reality.
