Accessibility in Museums: Where Technology Meets Inclusive Content
- Menachem Schorr
- Feb 6
- 2 min read
How can we create a museum experience that is open to everyone? The right combination of accessible content and advanced technological solutions can transform any museum into a space that offers a rich, equal, and tailored experience for every visitor.
What does this look like in practice?
✔️ Adapted Audio Guides – Clear narration, multiple languages, and extended audio descriptions for visitors with visual impairments.
📌 Example: The Israel Museum provides audio guide devices with a Braille keypad.
In the "Common Ground" exhibition, an app was used to enhance accessibility for visually impaired visitors through AI-based audio descriptions.
✔️ Subtitles & Sign Language – Making audio information accessible to visitors with hearing impairments.
📌 Example: The Tower of David Museum offers a dedicated accessibility app for the hearing impaired, featuring video content with subtitles and both Israeli and international sign language.
✔️ Accessible Interactive Interfaces – Screens with simple navigation, screen reader support, and adaptations for various needs.
✔️ Smart Guided Tours – Augmented Reality (AR) and location-based technology for personalized content experiences.
📌 Example: In the "Common Ground" exhibition at the Israel Museum, visitors with hearing impairments used AR glasses that displayed text in real-time while simultaneously playing the audio content.
✔️ Simplified Language – Adjusting language and content for individuals with cognitive disabilities, ensuring information is accessible, clear, and understandable to wider audiences.
✔️ Child-Friendly Content – Creating engaging experiences for young visitors through playful language, interactive design, and curiosity-driven content.
📌 Example: The "Common Ground" exhibition at the Israel Museum included a dedicated app for children, featuring a user-friendly interface, illustrations, vibrant colors, and age-appropriate video content.
At Mensch-Edutainment, we specialize in developing innovative accessibility solutions for museums, ensuring that every visitor can fully enjoy the experience.
Want to make your museum more accessible? Let’s talk!