The Minister of Culture, Lina Mendoniand the Minister of Social Cohesion and Family, Domna Michaelidouvisited the Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki to be informed of two innovative systems that make culture accessible to people with hearing and vision problems. As Mrs Mendoni emphasized, the accessibility to culture It is an absolute right for everyone.
The interactive SignGuide system
The most innovative application presented is the SignGuidean interactive tour of tour using the Sign language. The application, created in collaboration with the University of Patras and other bodies, allows deaf visitors to ask questions in sign language and receive answers, also to the sign, through a whole 3.200 pre -published videos. To create the content, archaeologists drafted 266 questions that were subsequently conceived by specialized performers.
Tactile tour for people with visual impairment
At the same time the museum offers tactile tour For people with visual impairments. Visitors have the ability to touch truly ancient finds to perceive their form and texture, better understanding their value and importance. Ms Mendoni thanked the Museum’s workers for their quality work, while Mrs Michaelidou stressed that the government has made archaeological sites and museums accessible to all kinds of disability.