An exhibition is an activity where works, products, or information are presented to the public. According to the Indonesian Dictionary (KBBI), an exhibition is a display of artistic works, manufactured goods, or other creations.
But to understand it more clearly, let’s look at the definition of exhibitions from several experts.
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Definitions of Exhibitions by Experts
Isabel B. Myers
According to Myers, an exhibition is an activity that uses a space to showcase works of art such as paintings, prints, carvings, photographs, or other artistic creations.
Adi Irwanto
According to Adi Irwanto, an exhibition is a way of presenting artworks, both two-dimensional and three-dimensional, in a visual format.
Ernst Gombrich (Art Historian)
For Gombrich, an art exhibition is a form of communication between artists and the public.
Freed E. Han & Kenneth G. Mangun
They define exhibitions as an effective marketing tool for product or corporate campaigns, as well as a way to communicate product advantages to the public.
Frank William Jefkins
According to Jefkins, an exhibition is a unique marketing medium capable of engaging all human senses: sight, hearing, touch, smell, and even taste.
General Definition of Exhibition
From these perspectives, an exhibition (exhibition/expo) can be summarized as the organized arrangement and presentation of objects—whether educational materials, works of art, or artifacts—usually in public spaces such as museums or galleries. They are generally temporary in nature.
By understanding the definition of exhibitions from different angles—artistic, marketing, social, and academic—you can:
- Decide what type of exhibition to participate in (art, trade, education)
- Design a more targeted exhibition concept
- Prepare logistics and storage effectively for tools, displays, or catalogues
Read also: Steps to Join an Exhibition at a Mall
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- Booths, backdrops, catalogues, and displays
- Product stock or merchandise
- Sound systems, lighting, or temporary décor
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