The British Museum Online – Virtual Collection
History: The British Museum has been digitizing its collection for over a decade, with a major push to increase online accessibility.
Functionality: Its online database allows users to search and explore over 4 million objects from the collection. Each entry includes images, descriptions, and curatorial insights. The site also offers virtual galleries and object trails based on themes.
Future Plans: To accelerate the digitization of its entire collection, improve the user interface of the database, and create more interactive online learning resources.