Museums Embracing Digital Tools

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Once reluctant to accept the virtual world, museums are now transitions into the digital age — using interactivity, 3-D imaging and augmented reality in displays. They are embracing digital experiences to enhance the physical experience of exploring the museum. The Met Museum, in particular, even embraced the hyperlocal “here and now” philosophy by encouraging visitors to use their mobile phones while browsing artwork f0r additional information.