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The Brandenburg Museum uses virtual reality to offer immersive experiences with Holocaust survivors, ensuring their stories endure.

Overview

  • The Brandenburg Museum for Future, Present, and History in Potsdam has opened a new exhibition called 'In Echt? – Virtuelle Begegnung mit NS-Zeitzeug:innen'.
  • The exhibit features virtual reality interviews with five Holocaust survivors who experienced the Nazi era as children or teenagers.
  • Visitors can use VR technology to interact with 3D recordings of survivors, providing a sense of personal engagement with their stories.
  • The exhibition aims to maintain Holocaust remembrance as the number of living survivors dwindles over time.
  • Workshops and educational programs accompany the exhibit, recommended for visitors aged 14 and older.