5 Ways Technology Can Help Museums and Galleries Become More Inclusive

1.

3D Printers

3D printers can replicate art in
a tangible form.¹ People who
are blind can’t see Mona Lisa’s
face, but by touching a 3D print,
they can experience her features
and even trace the curve of her
famous half-smile.

2.

Real-time captions

More museums are embracing online
events and virtual tours. AI can assist in
creating real-time captions to appear on
screen or be projected during in-person
events. With this feature, people who are
Deaf and hard of hearing, those with ADHD or
who are watching in non-native languages can
interact and participate with equity.

3.

Sensory-friendly apps
for neurodiversity

Technology can create interactive and
engaging exhibits, but these features
can overwhelm some people with
autism. The Field Museum of Chicago²
created an app that identifies exhibits
that are noisy or include flashing
lights to help patrons plan their visits.

5.

Audio description

Interactive exhibits and videos include people who are blind or have low vision when museums offer audio description. This solution involves providing audible descriptions of the visual aspects appearing in a video or event in breaks during the original audio. Extended audio description, like Verbit’s option, offers additional helpful context.

4.

Smart glasses and AR

Alternative reality glasses are more than a gimmick. By projecting images, videos and captions in front of the person wearing them, these glasses make for a more immersive, educational and accessible experience.³

Verbit works with the likes of the Library of Congress, MoMa and many others to help make their live events and archives more inclusive. Contact us to learn how our captioning, transcription and audio description solutions can support your cultural institution and community.