3M and Maplewood Exhibit: Sign and Label Development

The short term outcomes were that the Maplewood Area Historical Society developed academically-reviewed, high-quality designed interpretive signage and text digital files for our exhibit. They are prepared for the production phase of the exhibit and we are confidant in the quality and thoroughness. The Project Manager and Board are able to better envision the new exhibit, and use the signs to build enthusiasm. Each milestone has been achieved to our satisfaction. To that end, the graphic designed digital files for all signs are completed and delivered. These files are attached with the final report.
The long term outcomes will include Minnesotans and the people of Maplewood become more familiar with the patterns of suburban development, and the significance and impact of corporate migration to suburbs. We feel this outcome is easily achieved with the production of the exhibit. Visitors to the new exhibit will be able to describe the relationship between the development of the 3M campus in Maplewood and the development of Maplewood itself. They will be able to describe the significance and meaning of this history.