RISD Museum intern Alicia Valencia (RISD 2015, Furniture) explains how the act of looking closely formed her impressions on Samuel Gragg's Elastic armchair.

A wooden “do not touch” partition usually separates the period room in Pendleton House from the public. But one Monday in June, that partition was removed, and museum staff peopled the room.

A summer intern peeks into the Museum’s hidden corners and examines its architectural quirks.

A summer intern creates an article of clothing inspired by the meticulous logistics of collections care.

A summer intern works with local artists to create an experimental audio project to be experienced in the galleries.

A study of the elements that pull and push a visitor through the museum’s 3rd and 4th floor spaces

Writings based on a series of vernacular photos

A summer intern explores the context of ceremonial objects significant to RISD’s past and present.