How Museums Are Using xamoom for Engaging Storytelling

Get Ready for International Museum Day

Each year around May 18, museums around the world celebrate International Museum Day – a global reminder of the vital role museums play in cultural exchange, education, and community.

With a recurring focus on themes like accessibility, inclusion, and interactivity, it’s the ideal time to rethink how we connect with visitors. No matter the theme of the year, the goal is the same: making museum experiences more engaging and inclusive.

And if you haven’t started yet – it’s not too late. With xamoom, museums can quickly implement interactive, location-based experiences that bring exhibitions to life and reach audiences where they are.

xamoom connects the physical and digital worlds, allowing museums to transform exhibits into stories worth exploring. With QR codes, NFC tags, and contextual content, museums can offer immersive digital storytelling without the need for an app. Let’s take a closer look at how museums are already doing this—starting with a case from kärnten.museum in Klagenfurt.

Why Digital Storytelling Matters for Museums

Modern museum visitors expect more than static displays. They want:

✔ Interactive and multimedia content – Audioguides, videos, and augmented reality elements. For every age, for every interest, the visitor will leave smarter afterwards.

✔ Seamless access to information – No need for apps; just scan a QR code and explore. If you use the App, there is a clear value. But don't force you vistor in any direction, without an benefit.

✔ Multilingual and inclusive experiences – Catering to international visitors and diverse accessibility needs.

With xamoom’s location-based platform, museums can easily provide these features—turning exhibitions into immersive experiences.

Case Study: How kärnten.museum Engages Visitors with xamoom

When the kärnten.museum reopened after 143 years, it wanted to reinvent the museum experience. Using xamoom, it created a digital layer that enhances storytelling:

🎧 Beacon-Powered Audioguides – Visitors automatically receive location-based audio content as they move through exhibits.

📱 QR/NFC Interactive Content – No app needed—just scan or tap to access detailed stories, videos, and images.

🎭 Gamified Exploration with “Knorzel” – A digital tour guide in the form of a playful, invisible goblin leads kids on an interactive adventure.

🌍 Multilingual Access – All content is available in multiple languages, ensuring inclusivity for international visitors. This digital upgrade increased visitor engagement, improved accessibility, and created a seamless, interactive museum journey.

How Museums Can Use xamoom for International Museum Day

For museums participating in International Museum Day 2025, digital storytelling is a great way to engage new audiences. Here’s how xamoom can help:

📍 Create Interactive Tours – Use QR/NFC to guide visitors through themed museum experiences.

🎤 Host Digital Talks & Workshops – Offer podcasts or mobile-accessible expert talks.

🎮 Gamify Museum Visits – Add interactive challenges, scavenger hunts, or quizzes.

🌍 Make Content Accessible for All – Provide multilingual and inclusive experiences.

xamoom will give you the tools, to support you to get your museum ready.

It’s Not Too Late – Get Started Today

International Museum Day is fast approaching, but still enough time to go. With xamoom, creating engaging, location-based storytelling is always within reach. Whether for May 18, for next month or long-term visitor engagement, digital tools can help bring your museum to life.

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