Google Arts & Culture – Museum and Art Exploration
History: Launched in 2011 through the Google Cultural Institute, it partners with over 2,000 cultural institutions worldwide to make art and culture accessible online.
Functionality: The platform offers virtual tours of museums and heritage sites using Street View technology, ultra-high-resolution “gigapixel” images of famous artworks, and curated educational exhibits. It also includes interactive tools like “Art Selfie,” which matches your photo with historical portraits.
Future Plans: Continued expansion of its partner network, increased use of AI for discovery, and development of more immersive experiences using VR and AR technologies.