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Design and Production Incorporated Design and Production Incorporated (D&P) provides exhibit project management, fabrication & installation, and media services to museums.

Happy !There are some experiences people travel hundreds, even thousands, of miles to be part of. The Kentucky Derby is...
10/20/2026

Happy !

There are some experiences people travel hundreds, even thousands, of miles to be part of. The Kentucky Derby is one of them. From the pageantry and tradition to the excitement of race day, it's an event unlike any other. Pair that with Kentucky's rolling horse country, scenic beauty, and rich heritage, and it's easy to see why the Bluegrass State leaves such a lasting impression.

That's why we're especially excited to congratulate our client, the Kentucky Derby Museum, on achieving record attendance in 2025. By preserving the history of the Derby and creating engaging experiences for today's visitors, the museum has accomplished something remarkable: it has made history while presenting history.
We're proud to have played a role in helping bring stories like these to life and connecting visitors with the people, places, and traditions that make Kentucky unique.

October brings the highly anticipated "Sports Equinox," that rare time of year when all major North American professiona...
10/16/2026

October brings the highly anticipated "Sports Equinox," that rare time of year when all major North American professional sports leagues are in action at the same time. Between baseball playoffs, NFL Sundays, the start of hockey season, and cheering for youth sports from the sidelines, Americans are immersed in the games they love.

It's no surprise that sports are a popular museum topic. They combine compelling objects, memorable stories, and powerful emotional connections. A game-worn jersey, a championship trophy, or a well-worn pair of sneakers can instantly transport visitors back to a defining moment in sports history.

At D&P, we've been proud to help bring sports stories to life through exhibit fabrication and installation projects for the World of Little League Museum, the National Association of Basketball Coaches, and the National Museum of African American History and Culture.
This National Sports Day, celebrate the athletes, coaches, teams, and communities that make sports such an important part of American life. Between games, take time to discover the stories behind them.

It's National Fossil Day! (Can you dig it??)Fossils provide a remarkable record of life on Earth, helping scientists pie...
10/15/2026

It's National Fossil Day! (Can you dig it??)

Fossils provide a remarkable record of life on Earth, helping scientists piece together stories that span millions of years. They also create some of the most memorable museum experiences for visitors of all ages.

Over the years, D&P has been proud to fabricate and install exhibits that showcase these ancient discoveries, including projects at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, the Gilder Center, and Deep Time at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.

Every fossil has a story. We're honored to help museums bring those stories to life.

Happy Birthday to the United States Navy!On October 13, we celebrate the service, dedication, and history of the U.S. Na...
10/14/2026

Happy Birthday to the United States Navy!

On October 13, we celebrate the service, dedication, and history of the U.S. Navy. For the team at D&P, the occasion brings back fond memories of fabricating and installing exhibits at the Navy Museum at the Washington Navy Yard.

Helping bring naval history to life for visitors was an honor and a reminder of the important role museums play in preserving stories of service for future generations.

Happy Birthday, Navy, and thank you to all who have served.

October is National Stamp Collecting Month. DYK the first postage stamps were introduced in 1837?Stamp collecting offers...
10/02/2026

October is National Stamp Collecting Month.

DYK the first postage stamps were introduced in 1837?

Stamp collecting offers a unique look at history, culture, art, and innovation through some of the smallest objects ever created. From classic designs to colorful modern issues, stamps tell stories that span generations.

At D&P, we're proud to have fabricated and installed exhibits at the National Postal Museum, helping create engaging experiences that connect visitors with the rich history of the postal system and the evolution of stamp collecting. Projects like these showcase how thoughtful exhibit fabrication can transform fascinating collections into memorable museum experiences.

Do you have a stamp collection, or did a family member pass one down to you?

Up, up, and away! The newest galleries at the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum have officially opened! D&P is...
08/25/2026

Up, up, and away!

The newest galleries at the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum have officially opened! D&P is proud to have served as the exhibit fabricator for all five, continuing our work with the incredibly talented teams of Air and Space, Reich&Petch, and many more collaborators!

Since July 1st, the public is now able to explore the Flight and the Arts Center, the Jay I. Kislak World War II in the Air gallery, U.S. National Science Foundation Discovering Our Universe gallery, the RTX Living in the Space Age gallery, and the Textron How Things Fly interactive gallery.

We encourage everyone to visit the National Air and Space Museum, and we look forward to completing this monumental renovation project with Air and Space later this Fall. Our sincerest gratitude goes out to all involved for getting to be a part of this once in a lifetime project.

June 6, 1944. A day that shaped the course of history and demanded extraordinary courage. We pause to remember the servi...
06/06/2026

June 6, 1944. A day that shaped the course of history and demanded extraordinary courage. We pause to remember the service members who crossed the English Channel, the scale of the operation, and the sacrifice that followed.
We’re grateful to have played a small role in helping museums share these stories—so future generations can reflect, learn, and carry forward the legacy of D-Day.

We’re heading to Philadelphia. Are you?D&P is proud to be a sponsor of the 2026 American Alliance of Museums Annual Meet...
05/19/2026

We’re heading to Philadelphia. Are you?

D&P is proud to be a sponsor of the 2026 American Alliance of Museums Annual Meeting & MuseumExpo, which kicks off Thursday.

Conferences like AAM are where ideas, designs, and plans start to feel real. By the time a project reaches our shop, content is defined, funding is in place, and designs are ready to be built. Our job is to take that work and turn it into exhibits that can handle years of visitors, school groups, and daily use.

We’re looking forward to reconnecting with colleagues, meeting new teams, and talking about how we can support museums long after opening day.

If you’re in Philadelphia May 20–23, we hope you’ll say hello.

Happy !On March 31, we celebrate the humble crayon and the big ideas it inspires. In 1999, D&P installed the World of C...
04/01/2026

Happy !

On March 31, we celebrate the humble crayon and the big ideas it inspires. In 1999, D&P installed the World of Crayola experience, including a mounted mosaic of crayons just like this one that still lives on our wall. Each piece reflects our mountmaker's precision, whose careful planning and ex*****on allowed the designer’s vision to shine. Hundreds of colors come together, each distinct, yet working in harmony to create a single, expressive whole.

That collaboration mirrors what makes crayons--and museum exhibits--so powerful. A vast palette invites creativity, while thoughtful structure turns imagination into something lasting. Time has softened the colors a bit, but the story remains clear: craftsmanship and creativity are strongest when they work together. Today, pick a favorite color, notice how it plays with the others, and celebrate the joy found in both design and making.

Happy West Virginia Day!Today we celebrate the 35th state to join the Union and the rich history, culture, and character...
03/22/2026

Happy West Virginia Day!

Today we celebrate the 35th state to join the Union and the rich history, culture, and character that make West Virginia truly one of a kind.

From the Allegheny and Appalachian Mountains to the deep roots of its small communities, West Virginia’s landscape and traditions have shaped generations of storytellers, makers, musicians, and innovators. It’s a state where history runs deep—through coal seams, along mountain ridges, and in the voices and craft of its people.

At D&P, we had the honor of bringing that history to life in 2009 through the new exhibits at the West Virginia State Museum. The project explored the state’s story in depth, blending immersive scenic environments—including a walk through coal mine—with artifacts, media, and environments that reflect the spirit of The Mountain State. It remains one of our most memorable projects, and we’re proud to have played a part in sharing West Virginia’s heritage with visitors from near and far.

Today, we join in recognizing the state’s contributions—from Civil War history and industrial heritage to its artists, authors, explorers, and groundbreakers.

Happy to all who call West Virginia home—and to everyone who loves the Mountain State as much as we do.

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