London Mithraeum
Digital companion for exploring Roman artefacts
As Lead Creative Technologist at AllofUs, I co-led the development of a digital companion for the London Mithraeum within Bloomberg's new European HQ. The project brought Roman artefacts to life through interactive animated stories, allowing visitors to explore the cultural and technological advancements of Roman Londoners. The experience was designed to make history more accessible and engaging by connecting artefacts with animated narratives.
Objective
To create an engaging digital companion that makes the artefacts and history of Roman London accessible and interactive for visitors to the London Mithraeum.
Challenge
How to tell compelling stories around the artefacts discovered at the London Mithraeum and make the ancient history of Roman London engaging for modern visitors.
Solution
We created an interactive digital experience that used animations and interactive stories to bring selected Roman artefacts to life, allowing visitors to explore the technological and cultural context of the time.
Execution
Each artefact was carefully selected and paired with an interactive animated story. The digital companion provided a detailed guide for visitors, helping them explore Roman life and technological advancements.
Impact
The digital companion enhanced visitor engagement, making history accessible and captivating through the use of modern technology and interactive storytelling, connecting the past with the present.
Client
Bloomberg & Museum of London
Agency
AllofUs
Role
Lead Creative Technologist
Year
2017
Type
Digital Exhibit
- Interactive Storytelling
- Digital Exhibit
- Prototyping
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