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March 1, 2020 - August 31, 2021 | Media and Technology, Informal/Formal Connections

Production of an augmented reality app for the Cahokia Mounds historic site and a complementary website.

This project is to produce an augmented reality application for Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site. This experience will enable visitors to see structures, people, and other features of this ancient site through the lens of their smartphone or tablet. There will be extra audio and vision opportunities loaded to the experience as well as a complementary website. The website will include curriculum for school use. Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site is a UNESCO World Heritage and US National Historic Landmark. This project will greatly enhance the visitor's experience and bring awareness of the site.

Funders

NEH

Funding Program: Digital Projects for the Public: Production Grants

Award Number: MN-268881-20

Funding Amount: $250,000

TEAM MEMBERS

Jack Kerber

Principal Investigator

Cahokia Mounds Museum Society

Discipline: History/policy/law | Social science and psychology

Audience: General Public | Educators/Teachers | Museum/ISE Professionals

Environment Type: Media and Technology | Websites, Mobile Apps, and Online Media | Games, Simulations, and Interactives | Informal/Formal Connections | K-12 Programs

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