ART OF MONEY

2017

NEW ORLEANS, LA

Scoundrels, Rogues, and Heroes

Inflation, circular flow theory, monetary policy, commerce and trade are critical to understand but it is the art of money and the origin story of banking that is at the forefront of this gem of an exhibition. In New Orleans that history comes with very colorful storytelling of rogues and heroes, early industrial practices to today’s responsibilities if the FRB. Installation techniques for this presentation included large tensile frames of pillow stretched printed fabrics, frosted panels of content and a 3D technique that unveils additional information upon wearing 3D glasses. Working with Boston Productions to incorporate media and gaming techniques into the experience, visitors can engage in challenges to balance the economy, weigh in on policy choices, or wreak havoc on a balanced system with disruptive events