I also think Dan has been informative, about focusing on the content of the museum, rather than the walls and ceiling. I think it's a reasonable point, that the many computers and other objects in the museum space, provide plenty for the eye to examine and for the mind to consider. And of course, for the docents to explain. My impression of the space, is that it's full of equipment and shiny shelves, and is well-lit. My old-man eyes are very busy already, thank you. I'll let youngsters give their own impressions. As for the blandness of the ceiling and walls, Evan; You can't say they are bland AND that you need to keep people's eyes off of them AND you need to put objects up there (like LCD screens) to give them something to see. This is - no offense - contradictory. you might consider that the white paint covers all the various textures and structures on the ceiling; they reduce the contrast. also the white, well-reflects light around the room and reduces shadows. Dark paint would increase contrast, not reflect light. The point of the room is not the walls and ceiling, it's the content - I think Dan was working hard to make that point. These things said, it may be of some advantage to change the lighting - that is, use other color temperatures of fluorescent tubes or LED substitutes, as changing the fixtures is far too expensive for too little benefit. It's a subtle consideration, once made only requiring dollars and some simple labor. And it's reversible. It's far simpler to add some posters or other hanging items, than to paint. Items hung one day, can be removed and replaced another day. If one thing doesn't work, remove it and provide another thing. Items well above eye-level will not be examined in detail, that's human-factors. Again - the room is full already, with much to see and describe. Finally: The space is new and simple. It's just been established. the contents have just been established. Why not let them run their course, gather reactions from the visitors, and from the volunteers who respond to the visitors? Then in a few years, revise the space. They may be other exhibits to add at that point, other renovations. That seems prudent and considered. That's my response, to a public discussion, about changes to the museum exhibit space. What Evan and VCF Inc. do is their choice, and so I would not comment in this way except others have done so, presented their points. These are mine. Herb Johnson -- Herbert R. Johnson, New Jersey USA http://www.retrotechnology.com OR .net