Virtual Visit to Antarctica – VR Experience
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Travel to the bottom of the word and follow in the footsteps of Antarctic explorers…
Experience One – A Frozen Night:
Visit Stonington Island, a dog-sledging outpost and the southernmost base cared for by the UK Antarctic Heritage Trust.
Set in 1965, this VR experience is based on a true story and narrated by former residents, immersing you in the challenges and beauty of Antarctic fieldwork.
Created by the UK Antarctic Heritage Trust (UKAHT)
Experience Two – Scott’s Discovery Hut:
See what life was like on Ross Island for members of Scott’s 1901 – 1904 National Antarctic Expedition.
Walk through Discovery Hut, ride the expedition’s hydrogen ballon, feed the huskies, meet some penguins, and help a sledging party in this interactive VR experience.
Created by the New Zealand Antarctic Heritage Trust (NZAHT)
Runtime: Together, the VR experiences take up to 30 minutes.
Age: Suitable for everyone from 11 years and older.
The UKAHT and the NZAHT protect Antarctic heritage and use immersive technology to educate, inspire and expand access to remote sites.
When: 10am – 4pm, Wednesday 9 September & Thursday 10 September
Where: Hutton Theatre
Price: Free
Experience One – A Frozen Night:
Visit Stonington Island, a dog-sledging outpost and the southernmost base cared for by the UK Antarctic Heritage Trust.
Set in 1965, this VR experience is based on a true story and narrated by former residents, immersing you in the challenges and beauty of Antarctic fieldwork.
Created by the UK Antarctic Heritage Trust (UKAHT)
Experience Two – Scott’s Discovery Hut:
See what life was like on Ross Island for members of Scott’s 1901 – 1904 National Antarctic Expedition.
Walk through Discovery Hut, ride the expedition’s hydrogen ballon, feed the huskies, meet some penguins, and help a sledging party in this interactive VR experience.
Created by the New Zealand Antarctic Heritage Trust (NZAHT)
Runtime: Together, the VR experiences take up to 30 minutes.
Age: Suitable for everyone from 11 years and older.
The UKAHT and the NZAHT protect Antarctic heritage and use immersive technology to educate, inspire and expand access to remote sites.
When: 10am – 4pm, Wednesday 9 September & Thursday 10 September
Where: Hutton Theatre
Price: Free
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Where is it happening?
Tūhura Otago Museum, 419 Great King Street,Dunedin, New Zealand
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Host or PublisherTūhura Otago Museum
