The Uncertain Space
The Uncertain Space is our virtual university museum. It's a unique way to experience artefacts from many different collections in one place. Discover new connections between items ranging from a 3D scan of a crocodile skull to a Victorian magic lantern slide.
The Uncertain Space is a unique innovation; think of it as an actual museum which just happens to be virtual. So, for example, the space has governance, an evolving programme of exhibitions, and sustainability is built in. It's not just another one-off digital project.
How do I visit the museum?
The museum is currently hosted on the Spatial.io platform. You can use several different devices to visit the Uncertain Space. A smartphone, web browser or Virtual Reality headset can all act as 'windows' onto the museum. Our plan is to create new exhibitions, so please consider becoming a regular visitor!
You can also access the Uncertain Space by visiting the Theatre Collection or the University Special Collections, where VR headsets are available for anyone to use.
University staff and students can book out a Quest 2 VR headset from the library, please email us to book a headset or to learn more about the Uncertain Space.
Want to put on a show?
If you have an idea for a future show please contact us. We're always looking for ideas for exhibitions which relate in some way to the University of Bristol. If you feel you could be our next curator; let's talk!
Funding
The Virtual Museum was established as a result of AHRC Capability for Collections (CapCo) Impact Funding which also helped fund the first exhibition: June 2023 - Secret Gardens: Exploring Pathways through our Collections.
