We're thrilled to share some big news today: Cuseum has won a Webby!
With this honor, Cuseum’s [AR]T Museum app has been awarded the title of best Art, Culture, and Event App in the “Apps and Software” category of the 25th annual The Webby Awards.
Cuseum's CEO & Founder Recognized as Forbes 'Next 1000'
We’re psyched to announce that this week, Cuseum’s CEO & Founder, Brendan Ciecko, has been announced as a Forbes ‘Next 1000’ honoree.
Cuseum’s CEO & Founder Featured as 2020 Artnet Innovator
We’re so excited and honored to announce that Cuseum’s CEO & Founder, Brendan Ciecko, has been featured in the Artnet Intelligence Report’s Fall 2020 Innovators Issue, alongside 51 other talented and creative entrepreneurs, artists, dealers, and more! According to the Artnet, “at a time when the art industry is facing unprecedented challenges, we set out to identify the most forward-thinking people in the market today.”
Introducing a New Partnership: Cuseum & accesso
Partnerships have long been the backbone of the arts and cultural sector. Now, amidst the challenges related to COVID-19 and adapting to the “new normal”, partnerships are increasingly important to the continued success of museums and cultural attractions.
At Cuseum, we’re always excited to establish partnerships that can expand the offerings and opportunities available to the diverse organizations we work with. Now, more than ever, we’re committed to supporting museums, attractions, and nonprofits of all kinds as they rethink the visitor experience and introduce “contactless” options that can make visiting safe and seamless for guests. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce our partnership with accesso Technology Group (LON:ACSO), a premier technology solutions provider for attractions and venues worldwide.
Introducing a New Partnership: Cuseum and Tessitura Network
Cuseum, a leading provider of engagement software for museums and arts nonprofits, is the latest partner to join Tessitura Network‘s ecosystem of trusted technology and service providers. With this partnership, Tessitura’s user community, comprised of many of the world’s most iconic museums and cultural attractions plus an extensive number of leading performing arts organizations, will be able to benefit from new mobile engagement and digital membership solutions that integrate directly with the Tessitura platform.
Introducing a New Partnership: Cuseum & Neon One
Partnerships are the backbone of the museum and nonprofit world, and strong collaboration is vital to sustaining cultural space. From the relationships between organizations and their constituents, communities of volunteers, to partnerships between museums and brands, these networks are the lifeblood that keeps nonprofits thriving.
Cuseum Receives U.S. Patent for Content Delivery System Based on Analysis of Location, Activity, and Sentiment
Cuseum is proud to announce the issuance of United States Patent No. 10,264,392 related to a new method of delivering content based on a user’s location, activity, and emotional response. The company continues to expand its inventive mobile solutions to serve the evolving needs of museums, attractions, and nonprofits.
Cuseum Partners With Pioneers & MAK to Celebrate Klimt with Augmented Reality
Cuseum & Pérez Art Museum Miami Bring Exhibition to Life Using Augmented Reality
Augmented reality, the combination of real and computer-generated worlds viewed through your phone, is popping up wherever you look; in social media, advertising, games, etc! As a new, powerful tool for artistic creation and an innovative method of audience engagement, AR has the potential to revolutionize the way we experience art, and it was only a matter of time before AR entered the museum space. Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) has been at the forefront of the movement to bring AR into museums, and in December 2017, in partnership with Cuseum, they launched the first art exhibit using Apple’s ARKit.
How Your Organization Can Go Green With Digital Membership Cards
When you think about the push to be eco-friendly and how you can help, what comes to mind? Using fewer to-go cups? Opting for paper over plastic grocery bags? Turning the lights off when you leave the room? You may never have considered your organization’s membership cards when you think of things that could be greener! But when it comes to the environment, every little bit counts, and switching out your plastic or paper membership cards for something with no environmental impact will not only save your organization time and money, it’s also great for the Earth!
Cuseum Announces U.S. Patent for Location & Activity Aware Content Delivery System
Cuseum Launches “Ink For The Arts” to Bolster Efforts to Save Arts Funding
Cuseum announced today, Ink For The Arts, a new initiative to unite people in the fight against the elimination of federal arts programs. The campaign comes in reaction to the on-going threats to cut funding for the arts, which would put the National Endowment for the Arts, National Endowment for the Humanities, and other programs at risk.
Cuseum CEO to Speak at MuseumNext 2017
The world’s most interesting museum conference? Count us in! We’re excited to announce that Brendan Ciecko, Cuseum’s CEO & Founder, will be speaking at MuseumNext 2017 in Portland, Oregon.
Cuseum Receives U.S. Patent for Innovative Approach to Content Delivery
Cuseum announced today the issuance of United States Patent No. 9,723,440 related to a method of delivering content based on activity and location.
Since Cuseum’s founding, the company has been committed to helping its partners succeed with visitor and member engagement as well as driving digital innovation in the cultural and non-profit sector. The first product developed by Cuseum helps museums and public attractions leverage mobile technology to enhance the visitor experience.
Why Every Museum Should Make Data Part of Its DNA
In the digital age, museums and nonprofits are constantly looking for new tools and approaches to improve the various pillars of their operation. From collections to marketing, education, fundraising, and all things in between, there is no denying how valuable technology and access to data has become.
6 Things You Didn’t Know About the NEA
What do Hamilton, Sundance Film Festival, and Vietnam Veterans Memorial have in common?
These world-renowned and celebrated artistic endeavors would not exist if not for the initial support from the National Endowment for the Arts!
The NEA is an independent federal agency that works to give people across America the opportunity to participate in and experience the arts.The NEA funds artistic events, concerts, performances, exhibitions and readings, and also awards grants for research on the impact and value of the arts in the United States. While these amazing and disparate groups have all received funding through the NEA, the future of the agency is uncertain; the arts are under attack.
Carnegie Mellon's Arts Management & Technology Labs Interview with Cuseum: Digital Membership
Our CEO was recently interviewed by Carnegie Mellon University’s Arts Management & Technology Lab about our latest product. Read on for rest of the story!
Software for Museums: Build, Buy, or Platform?
Working on digital projects at your museum is a lot like building a house. But just like building a house, there isn’t just one specific way to go about it. If you work at a cultural institution looking to take advantage of the fruits of the digital era, there are many options and paths you can take.