<aside> 👋 Along the road of trials brings peaks and valleys, some behind us, but still many ahead. Take solace in knowing that the toughest of trials are behind us, but the journey of the hero is not nearly complete. Rest today, for next week we take on our most harrowing of challenges.

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Introduction

Before we embark on our final journey, take the rest of the day to catch up, explore, and appreciate the arts. In practice, museum curation and experience design share many of the same concepts. Where modern visitor experience is evolving to consider more UX principles, current virtual tour experience leaves much to be desired. As VR and gaming continue to push industries forward, exhibits are starting to take notice, with cues to engagement in new ways. Use this side quest to explore, document and learn about ways museums are adapting in light of modern constraints.

Quest Scope

This side quest is part cultural indulgence, part design research. Use the time to explore interests, seek out new adventurers, virtually travel and get inspiration. While art and design often don't converge in our world, museum visitor experience is a very clear pathway for both. Notice that the products you'll be using are a digital medium for delivery of a cultural service most normally experienced in person.

Getting Started

<aside> ✋ Don't take your tour just yet, but definitely get excited.

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Look for museums with these sections that are often toward the bottom of the page, these indicate walking tours

Look for museums with these sections that are often toward the bottom of the page, these indicate walking tours


Individual Tasks

  1. After you decide on the museum, look through the museum's website, maps and exhibit information to plan your virtual trip
    1. Here's some background music, noise and ambiance to help with ambiance
  2. Look through reviews, social media, articles to get more insight on your virtual trip
  3. Once you've prepared and planned your visit, take your virtual tour and assess against Rand's heuristics.
  4. Take screenshots, evidence as necessary

Group Tasks