International Museum Day: 5 of the most unique online experiences from around the globe

The International Museum Day is observed annually on or around May 18 by museum lovers worldwide Founded by the International Council of Museums the annual observance is aimed at increasing awareness and cultural engagement in society Functioning beyond an archive museums of today are shaping public opinion through immersive educational experiences The increasingly diverse narratives help curious minds understand the different historical contexts enabling a sensitised outlookSeveral renowned museums have opened their doors virtually in an unprecedented manner this past year to allow us a peek into their collections On International Museum Day we have handpicked five of the most interesting online experiencesImmigration experience and perspectivesHoused in two restored tenement buildings in New York City the lsquoTenement Museumrsquo is offering guided virtual tours every week These tours take you through the apartments which were once inhabited by immigrants during the 19th and 20th century giving a unique historical perspective that helps in understanding contemporary cultural identities The tours offer an immersive experience through retelling stories of former residents and personal objects left behind by families During a time when the migrant and refugee issues have become a key conversation the museum serves as a reminder of the shared history and reiterates the importance of immigrationLog onto httpswwwtenementorgvirtualexperiencesA museum of ideas not objectsThelsquoMuseo de AmanharsquoMuseum ofTomorrow is a oneofakind science museum in Rio de Janeiro The futuristic museum is showcasing online exhibitions that can be accessed via Google Arts and Culture These 16 exhibits on topics ranging from overconsumption and waste to mathematics weave a narrative around our destructive actions of the present and its possible environmental and social impact With sustainability at the core of its messaging the objective is clear to make us reflect and evaluate our choices as individuals and as a society Architecture enthusiasts can also explore the museumrsquos exquisite building by neofuturistic architect Santiago Calatrava through the 360degree street view feature Log ontohttpsartsandculturegooglecompartnermuseudoamanh3737hlenThe Muslim female gaze A part of the Global Fund for Women the lsquoInternational Museum of Womenrsquo is an online museum that is aimed at giving a platform to women around the world The museum is showcasing a global exhibition featuring acollection of artwork and thought pieces from contemporary Muslim women on diverse topics such as faith appearance and power The groundbreaking art on display comprises multiple mediums from painting to photography and lets us discover artists activists and thought leaders who are defining their own identities are independent in thought and shattering stereotypesLog onto httpexhibitionsglobalfundforwomenorgSistine Chapel without the crowdsIf you are an art enthusiast there can be no greater pleasure than viewing the Sistine Chapel The ceiling of the Sistine Chapel painted by Michelangelo in the 16th century is one of the greatest works of Western Art ThelsquoVatican Museumrsquois offering virtual tours of the Sistine Chapel Raphaelrsquos Rooms Profane Museum Pio Clementino Museum Pauline Halls Niccoline Chapel Sistine Halls and the New Wing As you rotate your mouse you can take a walk around the historic rooms and if you have your virtual reality gear then you can enjoy an immersive experience Gaze at the intricate ceilings or zoom in at the masterpieces that adorn the walls It is surely the only way to view the Sistine Chapel without tourists toppling over each otherLog ontohttpwwwmuseivaticanivacontentmuseivaticaniencollezionimuseitourvirtualielencohtmlTour the galaxyAlthough technically not a museum the National Space Aeronautics Administration NASA offers some of the most exclusive and aweinspiring virtual tours on the planet even if the subject is beyond the planet NASA has an enviable lineup of tours including tours of the Moon International Space Station ISS and multiple operations research and flight centres including Robotics Operations Center and NASArsquos Armstrong Flight Research Center Those seeking an immersive experience may opt for a 3D tour of the ISS or explore 360degree visualisations of other planetsLog onto httpswwwnasagovnasaathomevirtualtoursandaugmentedrealityThis story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed agencies Midday accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability trustworthiness reliability and data of the text Midday managementmiddaycom reserves the sole right to alter delete or remove without notice the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever