Studying the possibility of Using Hologram Technology, A Virtual Reality Technique, in Museum Display

The museum display is the window that allows the visitor to see the museum's collections and learn about its mission. According to the International Council of Museums’ definition, museums are institutions aimed at serving communities and achieving their development. The methods of interactive museum display vary according to the nature of the museum, the type of collections, and the nature of visitors. With the evolution of modern technology and the development of the means that designers adopt in display methods and interactivity, new museum display methods have emerged in which the visitor participates and interacts both physically and mentally. Among the most prominent of these is hologram technology, which is one of the applications of lasers to produce a three-dimensional virtual reality. It provides three-dimensional images that accurately represent all information to create images that are almost identical to reality. The research aims to identify the advantages of using hologram technology in museum exhibitions and study the extent of visitor interaction with this technology as a representation of culture and art. This is achieved by creating an immersive environment that makes visitors feel as if they are part of the story being told by the museum, increasing their engagement with the museum experience. Additionally, it seeks to understand the differences between traditional museum exhibitions and the display of artifacts using holograms, as well as the challenges of implementing hologram technology in museums, given its effective role in enhancing cultural awareness and promoting museum tourism.