The event reinforced some of the ideas I’ve had about museums, but had also shown me a new experience I wouldn’t have had, had I not attended N@tM. I’ve always loved the variety of exhibits in a museum, the silence that allows for quiet reflection, and the feeling of learning something new when you walk out. Tonight was different, though, because I got to share that moment of learning with a group of friends. The quiet thoughts I would usually keep to myself were being listened to and elaborated on by my peers, and they’ve introduced more perspectives that I wouldn’t have thought of myself. I learned that visiting museums do not have to be a solo activity, but can be even more fun if you go with a group. It was a very special experience full of growth, discovery, and connection, and I hope for all Macaulay students to have the same experience we did.