Oh, the White Cube.  The idea that is it purposely sterile in order for me to view the art without distraction is kind of insulting.  The gallery is describes as a sacred space, we must worship the art.  We must oppress ourselves upon entering this cube, "...we accept a reduced level of life and self...as in churches, one does not speak in a normal voice; one does not laugh, eat, drink, lie down, or sleep." (10)  I personally do not feel I can experience art in such states.  However much I love viewing art and whatnot I've always felt that I would misstep inside the gallery.  These essays were presented as truth (rather than opinion) and I constantly felt uncomfortable and talked down to while reading; as if I didn't understand the sanctity of the white cube.  Accessibility of galleries has always been a concern for me and now I am wondering about the accessibility of the art texts as well.  Art should be displayed anywhere, should involve the viewer, if its good, people will notice.  I don't feel the white cube is necessary. But then again I've never felt comfortable in churches either.