Webinars: INCLUSION IN MUSEUMS: PRESENTATION OF BEST PRACTICES
Museums are evolving into more inclusive spaces, ensuring that their cultural and educational offerings are accessible to a diverse audience. Accessibility in museums is not only about removing physical barriers but also about adopting innovative strategies that enhance visitor experiences and foster social inclusion. From interactive exhibitions and digital tools
Webinar Report – transformative role of VR, AR, AI, and machine learning in the preservation and accessibility of cultural heritage
The SHIFT Webinar, organized by the Balkan Museum Network on January 28, 2025, brought together leading experts in the field of digital humanities to discuss the intersection of virtual and augmented reality (VR/AR), accessibility in museums, and innovative methods for cultural heritage preservation. This event underscored the pivotal role of
Webinar: Experiencing cultural heritage through virtual time travel
Join us for an engaging webinar on 28 January 2025 at 14 CET (online) exploring the intersection of digital technology and cultural heritage! Discover how VR and AR enhance the presentation of cultural heritage, improve accessibility for persons with disabilities in museums, and create immersive experiences like a virtual leap
Transforming Access: Inclusive Practices in Museums
Info Museums play a vital role in preserving cultural heritage and educating the public, but accessibility involves more than just physical access for people with disabilities. It encompasses broader aspects that enhance visitor experiences and promote greater social inclusion. Museums are increasingly removing architectural barriers, using technologies, creating accessible exhibitions,
Nothing about us, without us
Nothing about us, without us Second workshop and interviews with representatives of the Associations of Blind persons The SHIFT project In the scope of the SHIFT project, supported through the Horizon 2020 programme, the Balkan Museum Network as a project partner, and the Homeland Museum of Knjaževac, as a use
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In an age where digital experiences often outpace physical ones, the treasures of our past — found in museums, galleries, libraries, and other heritage sites — face the challenge of remaining relevant and accessible. These custodians of culture play a crucial role in preserving our collective history, yet many find
Share your journey of creating inclusive museum experiences
CALL FOR ARTICLES PUBLICATION “INCLUSION IN THE BALKAN MUSEUMS: THE COLLECTION OF BEST PRACTICES” The Balkan Museum Network is preparing a publication titled “Inclusion in the Balkan Museum: the Collection of Best Practices”. The aims of the publication are: (1) to promote inclusive museum practices, especially those that use new
Recording of the Webinar on “Metadata in Museum’s Collections”
Webinar on “Metadata in Museum’s Collections” that was held on February 13, 2024, provided an in-depth exploration of the critical role of metadata and descriptions in the management of museum collections and artifacts. The session illuminated how metadata serves as the backbone for organizing, preserving, and interpreting museum items, acting
Webinar: Metadata in museum collections
Do you know what the objectives of the European project SHIFT are? Would you like to understand the importance of metadata and descriptions in managing museum collections and artifacts? Are you using the Omeka and Omeka S platforms? What strategies exist for the effective digital cataloging of collections and sub-collections?
Enhancing Museum Accessibility for the Visually Impaired: A Comprehensive Bibliography
In an effort to explore the needs of visually impaired individuals in the museum context, the “Balkan Museum Network” has spearheaded the introductory step of the International Project SHIFT. Thanks to Aida Šarac Berbić a bibliography that delves into published works focusing on the integration of digital technologies to enhance
