The event brought together working group members from Finland, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, the Netherlands, and Ukraine to exchange knowledge, examine use cases, and discuss emerging digital trends.The central theme of this year’s visit was set on the integration of AI into museum functions – from curation, visitor engagement, collection management, and accessibility. The group also evaluated tools and indicators for measuring digital maturity and effectiveness in museums, aiming to establish best practices and identify challenges in data-driven decision-making.
Participants began their journey at the Futurium, where they explored AI-focused exhibitions such as ‘Merging Realities’ and ‘Smile to Vote’, and learned about the institution’s digital initiatives. At the Humboldt Forum, they exchanged ideas with the in-house AI working group and learnt about the VR project ‘Palace of Memories’.
The second day featured expert presentations at the Institute for Museum Research (IFM). Key topics included machine learning applications in cultural heritage, AI classification of photographic archives, new dimensions of collaborative working, and a broader discussion on AI’s impact since the launch of generative tools like ChatGPT. Invited speakers from digiS Berlin and IFM Berlin, and University of Applied Sciences Berlin shared real-world examples of AI adoption. Members of the Working Group also delivered presentations on the status quo on AI and digital in their countries and institutions.
