✨ What is the Design With Story Kit?
The Design With Story Kit is a powerful, practical resource for museum professionals, play space creators, educators, and exhibit designers who want to build unforgettable visitor experiences through story-driven design.
Whether you're creating an exhibit for toddlers or teens, building a gallery wall, or designing an immersive play zone—this kit gives you the tools to guide visitors on a journey, not just a tour.
📦 What’s inside?
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The Story Arc Framework (printable & customizable)
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Transformation Pathway Guide – map out emotional and learning takeaways
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Tips & Tricks from Exhibit Designers
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Common Mistakes to Avoid
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Quick Story Audit Checklist
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Real-world Examples
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Creative Prompts & Templates to spark your next
exhibit concept
DESIGN WITH STORY KIT
CHOOSE YOUR OWN EXHIBIT ADVENTURE:
DIY with The Story Kit
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Craft story-first exhibits that connect with visitors
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Plan layouts, flow, and messaging like a museum pro
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Avoid common design pitfalls with expert tips
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Build engaging, visitor-focused spaces—DIY style
Hire Me Instead
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I bring 15+ years of museum design experience
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From children’s spaces to historic exhibits
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Get a custom-built exhibit, story-first and visitor-focused
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Partner with CS Design & Fabrication for full-service magic
Not Sure Yet
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Need a starting point? The kit’s got you.
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Want guidance and freedom? This blends both.
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Just exploring? Try it out!
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Leaning pro? We’re here when you’re ready.
WHO AM I?
Hi! I’m Courtney Steckler
—a museum-obsessed graphic designer, exhibit builder,
and mom of two. I specialize in designing fun, meaningful,
story-rich experiences for museums and indoor play spaces
across the country.
I've worked with places like:
🎟️ The Durham Museum
🎄 Lauritzen Gardens
🛤️ Cincinnati Museum Center
📖 Children's Museum of The Upstate
Want to peek at my work?
