Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum
Cooper Hewitt transforms team building into an exploration of design thinking through hands-on workshops that blend creativity with collaboration. This historic Carnegie mansion in New York houses the nation's only museum dedicated to design, offering groups the chance to engage with interactive exhibits while developing problem-solving skills together. Teams work through design challenges using the museum's innovative tools, from digital pens that capture sketches to immersive installations that spark fresh perspectives.
What to Expect
Groups begin with a guided tour of current exhibitions, then dive into facilitated design workshops where they tackle real-world challenges using creative methodologies. Teams rotate through interactive stations, sketching ideas on digital tables, analyzing design principles, and presenting solutions to the group. The experience concludes with a reflection session where participants connect design thinking concepts to workplace collaboration.
Who It's For
Ideal for creative teams, marketing departments, and leadership groups seeking to enhance innovation skills. The sophisticated museum setting works particularly well for corporate groups who want an intellectually stimulating experience that goes beyond typical team activities.
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