Karen Katz, Exhibit Design
Karen Katz is an exhibit designer based in Cleveland, Ohio who specializes in creating interactive learning environments for children and families. Katz, who holds a master’s degree in Museum Exhibition Planning and Design, has worked in the field for over 20 years, having spent many years as the Director of Exhibits at The Children’s Museum of Cleveland. In her most recent role at the Museum, she participated as part of the leadership team to help secure $11 million to move the Museum to a new location and designed 20,000 square feet of exhibit space for the new facility. Katz continues her work with the Museum as an ongoing advisor, planning new design and exhibit concepts as the Museum continues to grow.
What sets Katz apart from other firms is her vast experience and knowledge in the field of early childhood exhibit design and her expertise in how children play. For each project, she draw on experiences of traveling to children’s museums across the globe to source ideas and find innovative techniques that make each design one-of-a-kind.
Clients will have the opportunity to access Katz’s team of professionals that work with her to bring design concepts to fruition. From architects and interior designers to artists and fabricators, each project will benefit from Katz's wide network of providers and embody the quality and creativity that have made her a sought-after exhibit designer.
Clients
Children’s Museum of Cleveland
Cleveland Museum of Art
La Maison des Histoires, Paris
Great Lakes Science Center
Mighty Museum
Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad
Maltz Museum
Holden Forests and Gardens
Van Aken District, Shaker Heights
Press and Videos
The Children’s Museum of Cleveland
The Plain Dealer, November 2018
Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad
Kent Record-Courier, October 2019
Holden Forests and Gardens
Holiday Hollows, November 2019
La Maison Des Histoires
Cleveland Jewish News, July 2023