Connecting with Audiences through Personal Mobile Devices: Mobile Technology Trends and Observations

Smart phones, tablets, and the Internet have become essential technologies. The rise in their use provides new opportunities for museums to engage visitors. Join this session to understand the what and why of mobile trends and how organizations like the Balboa Park Online Collaborative and the Japanese Friendship Garden have leveraged technology to connect their audiences to their collections and mission. The session discusses mobile trends, responsive website, touch tables, and location-based mobile tours.