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Expert Guidance for a Successful Installation

Hosting a traveling exhibition doesn’t require a large staff or specialized experience. Our installation video guides walk you through every stage of the process—from art handling and unpacking to installation, deinstallation, and repacking.

Developed by the Exhibits USA team, these videos complement your exhibition’s installation instructions and registrar packet, providing practical demonstrations and professional tips to help ensure a smooth installation and an exceptional visitor experience.

Need a hand? Our team is here to help. Contact Exhibits USA  with questions about installation, art handling, or hosting your exhibition. We’re here to support you, every step of the way.

Video 1

Preparing for Your Traveling Exhibition

Get ready! This video walks you through what you need to prepare your space to receive your traveling exhibition, including the tools and people you’ll need on hand

Video 2

Best Practices for Hosting an EUSA Exhibition

It’s very important to handle the artwork with care. Keep in mind that several venues will receive this exhibition after you! This video will share tips and tricks for a successful exhibition experience from beginning to end.

Video 3

Tips for Moving Crates

This video will show you how to move and handle different styles of EUSA crates.

Video 4

Methods of Opening Exhibits USA Crates

This video will show you how to open the crate and understand the ExhibitsUSA packing order.

Video 5

Unpacking 2D Artwork from an Exhibits USA Crate

Now you can see the art! This video walks you through how to handle 2D artwork as you remove it from the crate and prepare to install it in your space.

Video 6

Unpacking 3D Artwork from an Exhibits USA Crate

This video walks you through how to handle 3D artwork as you remove it from the crate and prepare to install it in your space.

Video 7

The Exhibits USA Condition Reporting Process

This video describes how to follow the ExhibitsUSA condition reporting process with the registrar’s binder. This is a very important step in ensuring that the exhibition maintains quality as it tours to each venue around the country.

Video 8

Getting Started Installing Your Show

This video covers the methods of hanging your artwork.

Video 9

Packing 2D Artwork into an Exhibits USA Crate

This video covers packing 2D artwork and preparing it for shipping in the crate.

Video 10

Packing 3D Artwork into an Exhibits USA Crate

This video covers packing 3D artwork and preparing it for shipping in the crate.

Video 11

Closing Your Exhibition

This video covers how to prepare the crates to ship including following the packing list. Make sure to give yourself and your team a high five!

Additional Resources

How to Install an Exhibits USA Exhibition
Five Arts Advocacy Tips for Your Organization
Exhibits USA Facility Reports