Museum Sint-Janshospitaal
- Year
- 2023
- Target audience
- Leisure - Museums & exhibitions
- The challenge
- How do you make centuries-old heritage relevant to a wide audience? The museum aimed to strike a balance between authentic artworks, modern technology, and inclusive design.
- The result
- A layered museum experience where visitors of all ages are actively engaged. Storytelling and technology guide them through a journey of care and compassion.
The renewed Museum Sint-Janshospitaal breathes new life into its centuries-old hospital collection.
Storytelling and technology go hand in hand
Through a thoughtful mix of narrative and digital tools, visitors discover how care, hospitality, and empathy have evolved over time. Interactive elements like listening horns, touchscreens, and headphones immerse both young and old in the story.
At the heart of the museum lies the world-renowned Memling collection, complemented by other historic artworks and striking contemporary pieces. Powerful testimonies and digital applications draw the audience in. Children explore the museum with a tailored audio guide and can play and learn in the dedicated children’s hospital zone.
Accessibility first
Accessibility was a key focus in the redesign. At the end of the exhibition, a vertical touchscreen includes an extra button that shifts the content downward, making it fully readable for wheelchair users as well.
