Un-mined Data Sets
Diving into WOW’s Archive
Archives are full of un-mined data sets. Facts, held in fossil form, or those revealed in Antarctic ice cores containing 2.7-million-year-old ice, are regularly recorded as data sets to reveal patterns that may influence our future.
Every object, from a 14th-century font to the latest waterproof mobile phone, holds the often untold story of its production. Everything created consumes an Earth resource, and the World of Water (WOW) Collections serve as a dynamic repository of stories held in wood, metal, glass, pottery, stone, paper, cloth, plastic and other materials – each article leaving a water footprint etched during its creation and preservation.
From manuscripts and maps to podcasts and presents, WOW’s water-themed artifacts weave an informative and historical narrative of our global relationship with water, which is essential for understanding the evolving water challenges facing the world.
While an artifact’s most interesting quality may not always be its water footprint, this aspect is central to WOW’s educational mission. Visitors eager to discover more about exhibits can use tools like Google Lens to enhance their learning experience and then share their findings with us on “X” (Twitter) and Instagram, contributing to the collective understanding of water conservation and stewardship.
We’ve a Collections Development Policy that’s all about finding missing links in the World’s Water Cycle and it’s driven by our commitment to uncovering and preserving the water-related stories embedded within each artifact.
From ancient relics to modern innovations, every object holds a unique narrative that reflects humanity’s enduring connection with water. By curating a diverse range of artifacts from furniture, sculpt, art, water bottles and waters, we aim to culture a deeper understanding of our collective relationship with water and trigger conversations about the pressing water challenges of our time.
Our emphasis on artifacts’ water footprints serves as a reminder of the environmental impact of human activities, underscoring the importance of sustainable practices in all aspects of life.
Expand Your Understanding of Water on your own doorstep:
We want you to explore the world around you and uncover stories about water in your own environment and share your findings with us on “X” (Twitter) and Instagram. By shareing, you’ll be contributing to the collective understanding of water conservation and good stewardship. Your insights will be used to enrich our knowledge and foster a broader dialogue about the pressing water challenges of our time.
Acquisitions and donations:
At WOW, our acquisitions policy is simple yet comprehensive: if it’s fascinating, educational, and connected to water in any form or context, we’ll likely welcome it. Please get in contact if you would like to support our educational work through donations.
Further Reading
UN Water – Water Facts
https://www.unwater.org/water-facts
World Resources Institute – Water Resources
https://www.wri.org/our-work/topics/water-resources
International Water Management Institute – Water Footprint
https://www.iwmi.cgiar.org/issues/water-footprint/
Last updated: 2024-06-18
Update Ref: iwac/c
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