ARtLens

Abstract

We present ARtLens, an Augmented Reality application for the Microsoft HoloLens, which allows museum visitors to actively interact with and learn about artifacts. We designed ARtLens to enhance learning and engagement with museum collections while keeping the focus on the original artifact. ARtLens provides context for an artifact by supplying audio and visual information, and guides visitors in exploring the original artifact. It also allows users to directly manipulate, using gesture-based interactions, holographic representations of related artifacts next to original artifacts in the gallery. We intend to study the impact of ARtLens on object-based learning and engagement of museum visitors in an African Art gallery.