virtual museum

Digital exhibition space

A virtual museum is a museum experience delivered through digital technology rather than physical space.

It may be a digital extension of a brick-and-mortar institution—offering online tours, digitized collections, or interactive exhibits—or an entirely online creation with no physical counterpart.

The pandemic pushed many institutions to develop virtual museum experiences.

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display · interactive display · 3D model · rotate · click and drag · digital archive · touchscreen · immersive experience · augmented reality · headset · 360-degree · science center · cultural preservation · zoom · immersive · audio guide · artifact · heritage site

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Opposites
physical vs. digital existence

virtual museumexhibition hall

Space for public displays

local museum · permanent collection · gallery

access and presence

virtual museumguided tour

Escorted group sightseeing experience

Family

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