Briar Davies, Senior Interpretive Planner & Lizzie Wratislav, Interpretive Planning at Auckland Museum

Briar Davies and Lizzy Wratislav from Auckland Museum discuss the Living City project, which dedicates an entire space to data as a creative medium. The project consists of large-scale projections, soundscape, a touchscreen with a map of Auckland to explore data stories, and data sets focused on positive outcomes for society.

The team worked with an overseas-based vendor, faced challenges during the pandemic, and collaborated remotely with a tripod, camera, and remote access to on-site computers. A data consultant was also brought on board to identify, select, and broker data sets that align with ethical frameworks.

The project faced challenges in breaking down barriers to engage with data, but testing and refinement of the exhibit improved visitor engagement. The team plans to expand immersive projections and prioritize space for testing the exhibition experience in future projects.

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