Amy C, Museum Education Professional, WRITER , ACTIVIST, QUEER.
A portfolio and online journal by Amy C, Museum Education Professional. Sharing original poetry, articles, artwork, and reflections on museum education, social justice, and personal values including feminism, LGBT+ rights, anti-racism, and equality. With over three years in learning and engagement roles, I contribute to Birmingham Museums Trust by fostering meaningful, inclusive experiences that celebrate diverse histories. My expertise lies in audience development, team management, and delivering creative programs that inspire a love of learning, particularly in the domains of feminism and the ancient world. At Birmingham Museums Trust, I led the development of impactful events such as the annual 'International Women and Girls in Science Day,' emphasizing collaboration and community engagement. My mission is to create accessible opportunities for learning while empowering teams and contributing to organizational growth.
Category: Climate Crisis
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Prehistoric fish included giants like the whale-sized Leedsichthys and the ambush predator Rhizodus, which had fangs and hunted on land and in water. Some early fish, like Haikouichthys, were among the earliest known forms of life. Other ancient fish, like the bichir, are still around today, demonstrating a long evolutionary lineage. Early and Ancient Fish Gigantic and Predatory Fish Evolutionary Significance…
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Get updates on my museum work. https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-cheng-learning/recent-activity/all/ Some examples:
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Remarkably Bright Creaturs, Shebly Van Pelt Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt is a heartwarming novel about Tova Sullivan, a widow who works at an aquarium, and her unlikely friendship with Marcellus, a giant Pacific octopus. Marcellus uses his intelligence to help Tova uncover the truth about the mysterious disappearance of her son 30 years prior, exploring themes…
