I’ll leave you with this video of James Cook. They have portraits of explorers and quotes from them about their Pacific experiences. Two, Cook and Krusenstern’s, are animated, so enjoy that. 6/6.

The exhibition ends with a return to Estonia, showing the world map from the first atlas published there (1859) and the first globe manufactured there (1880-1). 5/

There is great content for all ages. Kids will love to find tiny mouse doors hidden throughout the exhibition. 4/

The entire exhibition is on a giant map of the Pacific, with installations on Japan, Alaska, and Nuku Hiva placed near their locations on the map 3/

Conference delegates got to tour the temporary exhibition on Krusenstern’s circumnavigation (1803-6) and later hydrographic work. Amazing cartobibliographical work on Krusenstern’s world map and atlas on display, including Krusenstern’s own copy. 2/

We finished the day with stories and insights from Felicity Aston and Phoebe Smith, two contemporary explorers who use and think about #maps a lot. What a great day!

Thanks to all attended @rgsibg.bsky.social and online!

Check out Christie’s practice here. There are lots of #maps, textiles, and community engagements. #art #history #architecture