Museum Making Sense : Co-designing Better Museum Visitor Engagement Experiences with Visually Impaired Individuals

Abstract

This research addresses the need to improve gallery art experiences for visually impaired individuals through digital multisensory design. It solves the challenge of visual accessibility in traditional galleries using a co-design approach with visually impaired users. Aiming to foster inclusive art engagement, the methodology involves go-along interviews, creative workshops, prototype trials, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Expected outcomes include innovative multisensory art experiences and practical design frameworks for galleries. The project promotes inclusivity in art, advancing cultural accessibility and supporting disability rights within gallery spaces.

Presenters

Jinyu Han
Student, PHD, The University of Dundee, Dundee City, United Kingdom

Details

Presentation Type

Innovation Showcase

Theme

Visitors

KEYWORDS

SENSORY INNOVATION, MUSEUM ENGAGEMENT, VISUALLY IMPAIRED, INCLUSIVE DESIGN