Twenty-five art students from the University of Toledo, including local Monroe County residents Keira Turvey and Sara Wisler, have curated a new digital exhibition for the Toledo Museum of Art titled “Birds in Art: Devotion and Decadence.” The project marks a significant milestone for the university's art program as it is the first time students have developed an exhibition designed to exist exclusively in an online format.
This collaboration highlights the growing trend of museums utilizing digital platforms to expand accessibility and provide professional development opportunities for students. By allowing students to lead the curation of a major thematic exhibit, the Toledo Museum of Art fosters community engagement and prepares the next generation of art professionals for the technical demands of virtual curation and interactive design.