New exhibition invites visitors to explore the history of Notre-Dame de Paris through immersive technology

Visionairs, a French cultural organisation, will unveil its inaugural exhibition, Notre-Dame de Paris, The Augmented Exhibition, on  December 8, 2024, at West Kowloon Cultural District. This event coincides with the official reopening of Notre-Dame following its restoration.

The exhibition uses augmented reality (AR) to engage visitors with the cathedral’s 850-year history. Attendees will access a HistoPad, a portable tablet, to explore key moments in Notre-Dame’s past. The device offers insights into significant events, such as King Henri IV’s wedding and Napoleon Bonaparte’s coronation.

Visitors will encounter interactive elements, including a selfie studio and a virtual treasure hunt. They can also view artefacts like a replica of a chimera statue and a projection of one of the cathedral’s rose windows.

The exhibition runs until March 7, 2025, and aims to attract locals and tourists. Early bird tickets are available for HK$248. Visionairs hopes this project will enhance public appreciation for heritage and culture through innovative technology.

Exhibition dates and hours

Dec 8, 2024 – Mar 7, 2025

Monday: 11am – 6pm
Tuesday & Wednesday: 10am – 6pm
Thursday: 10am – 8pm
Friday & Saturday: 10am – 10pm
Sunday: 10am – 9pm

Where: Visionairs, Units GF-01-03, Art Park, 22 Museum Drive, West Kowloon Cultural District, Kowloon

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