The Lapworth Museum has announced the launch of a new Virtual Museum, an innovative digital platform that brings the wonders of geology to audiences worldwide.
Roary the dinosaur at Lapworth Museum
The Lapworth Museum of Geology has announced the launch of a new Virtual Museum, an innovative digital platform that brings the wonders of geology to audiences worldwide. This cutting-edge virtual experience allows users to access the museum’s extensive collections from the comfort of their own homes.
The Lapworth Virtual Museum offers an immersive and interactive journey through geological time, featuring high-resolution 3D models of fossils, minerals, and rocks. Visitors can delve into the history of Earth, uncovering the secrets of its formation and the evolution of life over billions of years.
The virtual museum includes interactive 3D models of key specimens, allowing for close-up views and 360-degree rotations and educational resources including detailed descriptions, historical context, and educational videos.
We are excited to bring the Lapworth Museum’s incredible collections to a global audience. The Lapworth Virtual Museum is a testament to our commitment to furthering education and widening accessibility. It is providing a unique opportunity for people to engage with geology in a dynamic and interactive way.
The Lapworth Virtual Museum is now live and accessible to everyone. Visit https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/lapworth
Professor in Micropalaeontology
Kirst Edgar is Professor in Micropalaeontology and Head of Research in the School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences
