Files
Date of Award
2024
Document Type
Thesis
Handle
https://hdl.handle.net/10365/33861
Publisher
North Dakota State University
Rights
NDSU policy 190.6.2
URI
https://www.ndsu.edu/fileadmin/policy/190.pdf
Abstract
Archives and their specializations have existed within our societies for hundreds of years, adapting alongside their communities until the advent of the digital age where their physical presence was thrown into question. Can archives such as libraries and museums be integrated through a system that overlaps these specializations in way beyond sharing a structure? In modern times, these spaces compete with businesses in providing a neutral location to further oneself outside of the context of work or home. Exacerbated through problems in American developments lacking third places, especially free to access ones, what facilities that are accessible may be able to be reassessed to increase the effectiveness of public archives and businesses alike. Analyzing precedent cases, historical uses, and artwork, a new combination system is created to integrate library shelves into spaces shared with museum exhibits. Creating a space that elevates the modern understanding of learning, socialization, and recreation.
Recommended Citation
Geiss, Mark Alan III, "The Future of Education: Combining Libraries and Museums" (2024). Architecture Theses. 502.
https://digitalcommons.ndsu.edu/architecture-theses/502