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Digitized Collection

Museums move collections into the digital space for public access

Implications - Traditional cultural institutions are beginning to digitize their collections and the systems that order them in order to enable access for those unable to visit in person. Such a shift demonstrates the role of virtual museums as key tools for public access to knowledge. This progression ultimately speaks to the interest in democratizing access to education and the prevalence of digital tools in doing so.
Workshop Question - What form of digital engagement would surprise and delight your consumer?
Trend Themes
1. Virtual Museum Experiences - Virtual museums and other digital projects by museum institutions are an important part of making access to knowledge systems accessible to all.
2. Digitized Museum Collections - The digitized collection makes it possible for more people to view and enjoy all of the treasures that museums have on display.
3. Augmented Reality Museum Apps - This immersive and interactive app combines historic art and culture with modern technology-based entertainment, providing both art fanatics and casual admirers a uniquely entertaining experience.
Industry Implications
1. Museums and Exhibit Spaces - Opportunities for digitization and AR/VR experiences in museum and exhibit spaces.
2. Travel and Tourism - Virtual museum experiences offer travel and tourism opportunities for those who cannot visit in person.
3. Education and E-learning - Virtual museum experiences and digitized collections can offer opportunity for education and e-learning.
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Featured Examples

Virtual Museum Exhibitions
Virtual Museum Exhibitions
'Concrete Storm' Must Be Experienced with Microsoft’s Hololens
Those who visit the Armory Show in New York will have to strap on a Microsoft Hololens headpiece if they want to experience the ‘Concrete Storm’ virtual museum exhibition to the fullest.... MORE
Augmented Reality Museum Apps
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'Reblink' Brings Classic Historic Paintings to Life
Reblink is an augmented reality museum app that’s bringing some of your favorite works of art to life. Galleries have begun banning selfie sticks, prompting digital artist Alex Mayhew to... MORE
VR Gallery Tours
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The Courtauld Gallery Now Allows Patrons to View Its Exhibits from Home
The Courtauld Gallery in London has teamed up with Samsung Gear VR to create a new app that allows patrons to view the works of Monet and Gauguin from the comfort of their own home. The new... MORE
Digital Museum Experiences
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The Anne Frank House Website Boasts a 3D Virtual Tour
The Anne Frank House in Amsterdam is one of the most visited museum in the world, and now it has a digital component as well. The Secret Annex website offers a 3D virtual tour of the Anne Frank... MORE
Digitized Museum Collections
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The British Museum is Now Offering Virtual Gallery Tours
The British Museum recently teamed up with Google’s Cultural Institute to provide virtual gallery tours to those who cannot visit the museum in person. Since its founding, the British Museum has... MORE
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The Guggenheim Museum's Artwork Can Now Be Viewed Through Google Street View
If you’ve always wanted to check out the famed artworks at the iconic Guggenheim Museum but haven’t been able to make your way to New York, you can now enjoy the exhibits from afar via a... MORE

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