Self-Guided Tour Offers Visitors Detailed Interpretation of New Orleans History
In an effort to tell the story of Louisiana and its contribution to the growth and culture of our nation, The Historic New Orleans Collection has released a mobile web app that provides an in-depth understanding of objects found within their permanent collection. The app takes the users on a tour of The Louisiana History Galleries, found within the Merieult House, which serves as the main museum facility for the organization.
“New Orleans is approaching its 200th anniversary. Showcased by narrators in the app’s videos, individual objects exemplify a broader context of this history,” says Steve Sweet, Manager of Internet and Interactive Development at The Historic New Orleans Collection. “A visitor in the gallery viewing these objects wouldn’t necessarily comprehend these connections without taking the tour.”
Along with the narrative, the videos, which were produced in-house, also include additional objects from the collection that are not on view, further illustrating Louisiana’s story. The interpretation is similar to that of traditional docent led tours, but offers visitors the flexibility to explore the museum at their own pace with their personal devices.
iPad Minis and disposable earbuds will also be provided to visitors who don’t have their own devices to take the tour.
The Historic New Orleans Collection used OnCell-TourSphere’s app building service, QuickStart, to create the app.
Access The Historic New Orleans Collection web app at http://thnoc.toursphere.com
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