The Has-Been Habits Museum, a museum of habits no longer strictly observed, is planned to be built near London if funding is found. A possible location could be an old medieval castle.
The British are known for their politeness and respect for others. Although they can be reserved at times, they are nevertheless full of genuine kindness and understanding, with a touch of humour. This has always been the case, but has anything changed over time? Is there even a noticeable change in the direction of rudeness?
‘Yes, it is, it really is. No citizen with healthy eyesight and perception can fail to notice this,’ says etiquette and behaviour expert, Monsieur Mylan Dupond, of French origin. ’For this reason, I am seeking funding for a new educational institution whose mission is to remind people of good old-fashioned, responsible behaviour.’
Monsieur Dupond doesn't reveal all the details, but he does mention one of the most important ones publicly. It has to do with the declining queuing culture: 'The Queueing Simulator: An interactive exhibit where visitors practice standing in a perfectly straight, silent line for absolutely no reason at all.’
The plans also include The Gallery of Vanishing Social Graces, The Hall of Hats, a swear-free zone, and a comprehensive afternoon tea menu that politely takes into account all members of the party.
The museum doesn't just rely on examples from the past. The museum's souvenir shop sells ‘passive-aggressive messages’ to neighbours who leave their trash out for too long—a modern evolution of these ‘lost’ habits.
Critics of the project noted the omission of tutting. And raised eyebrows.
Author: Emerick Meriwether
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