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Alexander von Humboldt and the United States story map

  • 1.  Alexander von Humboldt and the United States story map

    Posted 03-21-2022 11:21

    On March 21, 2022, the Smithsonian American Art Museum (SAAM) and Esri released a new "Alexander von Humboldt and the United States" story built with ArcGIS StoryMaps-Esri's place-based, interactive storytelling platform.

    The story-a virtual exhibition of explorer Alexander von Humboldt and his time in the United States-includes a 3-D recreation of the physical exhibition that was on view at the Smithsonian American Art Museum in the fall of 2020 and again in the spring and summer of 2021. Readers are guided virtually through the galleries with spotlights on notable objects, paintings, and items that highlight Humboldt's lasting impact on American art and culture.

    Please join us in sharing the story and engaging new audiences widely; assets and information are available below for your use.

    Primary assets

    • Alexander von Humboldt and the United States story: For desktop and mobile
    • ArcGIS StoryMaps blog post focused on 3D and technical implementation: link
    • Promo video for the story: link

    Image and video assets available HERE

     Secondary resources and platforms



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    Daniel Cole
    coled@si.edu
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