Archived App (Last seen on 12 Jun 2025)
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Enhance your art museum experience with audio descriptions of select artworks. This app makes art accessible to visitors with visual impairments, offering details about colors, context, and background information at your own pace. Explore the collection more deeply, whether at home or on-site.
What's New in Beyond the Visual
2.1
March 5, 2024
Use the Navigate to Art Piece page to get step-by-step directions to art pieces! This feature is currently limited to select rooms in the European Galleries and is under construction. If you encounter any issues, please use the Feedback page (Help > Feedback > Send Email) and leave a response for the developers to see. Additional Features: - Improved voice control - Museum floor map - Improved Accessibility labeling
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FAQ
What is Beyond the Visual?
Beyond the Visual is an app designed to make art museum collections more accessible to visitors with visual impairments. It provides audio descriptions and detailed information about select artworks.
How does Beyond the Visual work?
You can download the app and use it at home or on-site at the Worcester Art Museum. When at the museum, you can tap your device at designated points to be guided to specific artworks for audio descriptions.
Is Beyond the Visual free to use?
Yes, Beyond the Visual is completely free to download and use. It does not have any in-app purchases or advertisements.
What devices support Beyond the Visual?
Beyond the Visual is currently available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.
What is the age rating for Beyond the Visual?
The app has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.
How often is Beyond the Visual updated?
The app was last updated on March 5, 2024, indicating ongoing development and improvements. The developers are excited to make further enhancements in future versions.
What is the user sentiment for Beyond the Visual?
Beyond the Visual has received an exceptional rating of 5.0 stars from 5 ratings, suggesting very positive user feedback.
Can I use Beyond the Visual outside of the museum?
Yes, you can enjoy Beyond the Visual at home to learn about select pieces from the Worcester Art Museum's collection at your own pace.
