The ExperienceTable is a digital interactive touch table. The organization developed a platform called the Unforgettable Museum in collaboration with Studio i. Through this, they create a virtual discovery journey through the museum. This allows elderly people to view various art objects and collections without having to physically visit the museum.
They developed their offerings in collaboration with eight different museums that made their collections available for this project. By collaborating with other institutions, the ExperienceTable can continuously tell new stories, making the concept future-proof.
Working together on a digital project? Read our tips for sustainable collaborations.
Using digital collections? Keep copyright in mind
View the copyright toolExperience takes center stage
The most beautiful art objects can be admired on the ExperienceTable. All the art objects displayed on the ExperienceTable are accompanied by questions, images, and sounds. This evokes stories among the elderly, which they share with each other. The art objects come to life through the stories exchanged by the elderly. This creates joy and connection among them.
Tip for cultural professionals: Add an experience to the physical experience of your cultural institution by using interactive images and sounds.
Digital or hybrid offerings bring audiences together in new ways.
Digital fosters connection among the elderly
The ExperienceTable is used, among other things, for elderly people with dementia. At the ExperienceTable, they exchange ideas without having to rely on their short-term memory, which is often challenging for those with dementia. The digital cultural offering increases their confidence, interpersonal contact, and enjoyment.
Accessibility is key
The ExperienceTable makes culture accessible to everyone by bringing cultural offerings to the elderly, helping them feel part of society. For museums, it is also a unique opportunity to continue reaching this audience—a demographic that is growing in our aging society. Additionally, these elderly individuals inspire future audiences with their love for art.
Feeling inspired and want to read more about accessibility? Read the practical example of the Kring.
More articles per topic
More about digital transformation
Digital Sovereignty in Practice: How FOTODOK Gradually Says Goodbye to Big Tech
Research by Ash Mann on ‘hidden digital work’ in the cultural sector
From social media to office software: how dependent is the cultural sector on Big Tech?
Is the cultural sector ready for the digital citizen? New data reveal strategic gap
