WHAT'S NEW

Long Range Interpretive Plan for Fort Donelson National Battlefield

New Long-Range Interpretive Plan for Fort Donelson National Battlefield is our latest LRIP.

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Clara Barton

Creating engaging interactive Web content with Flash.

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New exhibits for Grand Canyon

New exhibits bring geology of Grand Canyon to life.

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Accessibility guidelines for interpretive media

Accessibility guidelines for NPS interpretive media.

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February 2009 HFC onMedia HFC onMedia »

Retrieve a copy of the February 2009 HFC newsletter (12 pp - PDF) (Back Issues)

Media Development Process »

Learn more about developing media for museum exhibits, wayside exhibits, av programs, historic furnishings, and publications. (Three versions: Flash - PDF - Text)

Interpretive Media Selection »

Selecting the right media is as much
art as science. Determine which type of media best suits your situation.

 

SINCE 1970, HARPERS FERRY CENTER has created a variety of interpretive tools to assist NPS field interpreters. These tools include audiovisual programs, historic furnishings, museum exhibits, publications, and wayside exhibits. HFC also provides a variety of services including graphics research, interpretive planning, media contracting, artifact conservation, revision and reprinting of publications, and replacement of wayside exhibits. Products & Services »

HFC can provide:

  • Assistance with media development strategies;
  • Help with media cost estimates;
  • Answers to technical media questions;
  • Assistance with the planning, design, development, and production of media products;
  • Planning for interpretation, education, and visitor experiences – including GMPs, LRIPs, value analysis, and pre-design charettes.

Contact Us

Contact Harpers Ferry Center for media assistance or to start a media project. Call 304-535-5050 or use our Contact Form »

DID YOU KNOW? Producing bilingual translations of interpretive media takes time and care. Do you only want to create a literal translation, or do you want to achieve interpretive equivalency? Obtain guidelines for creating bilingual versions of interpretive media.

Guidelines for bilingual publications »

Guidelines for bilingual waysides »

Author: Harpers Ferry Center
Last Updated: Tuesday, 10-Mar-2009 15:56:45 Eastern Daylight Time
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