
Echo Spark Consulting, LLC improves the deaf visitor experience by educating museums and other cultural heritage institutions on what it means to be deaf-friendly and how they can achieve it.
For hearing-led organizations, we build cultural and technical competency for staff through direct advising, guide internal research and evaluation, and provide tools to support ongoing accessibility work.
For deaf-led organizations, we offer consulting services to support improving archival strategies, developing exhibitions and museums, and educating community members about the importance of preserving deaf heritage.
Presentations are available on the following subjects:
- Deaf Visitors and Accessibility in Museums
- Deaf-Led Museums and Archives
- Deaf History and Culture
Meredith has guest lectured for my Theory & Practice in Museums and Digital Culture graduate course for several years. Engaging as well as informative, Meredith’s knowledge, expertise, and lived experience comes across in every presentation with humor, joy, and candor.
Sara DeYoung, Assistant Professor
Pratt Institute School of Information
Meredith was an invaluable consultant for our Deaf Museums Project, a transnational initiative with partners from across Europe aimed at supporting Deaf Museums in Europe. One of our key activities was developing small-scale exhibitions on Deaf History and Deaf Culture in our respective countries, serving as inspiring examples. Meredith joined us for a meeting in Siena, Italy, where she provided practical advice, insightful guidance, and, most importantly, brought her enthusiasm and genuine interest to the project. Her support made a significant positive impact on our work, and we highly recommend her expertise!
Liesbeth Pyfers, Coordinator
Deaf Museums Project