Published on 03 Jul 2026
XRculture in Aquileia: Showcasing the Future of 3D Museum Digitization
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On June 12th, the National Archaeological Museum of Aquileia became a vibrant hub of digital innovation. The museum proudly hosted a special presentation event showcasing the new 3D digitization campaigns carried out under the XRculture project.
The morning kicked off with inspiring opening remarks from Museum Director Marta Novello, followed by insightful speeches from project coordinator Marco Medici (Inception) and Carlo Birrozzi, director of the Central Institute for Cataloguing and Documentation.
The morning kicked off with inspiring opening remarks from Museum Director Marta Novello, followed by insightful speeches from project coordinator Marco Medici (Inception) and Carlo Birrozzi, director of the Central Institute for Cataloguing and Documentation.
New high-quality 3D models for modern museums
The heart of the event belonged to the museums themselves. Representatives from across Italy took the floor to share their unique experiences, discussing how 3D technology is actively transforming the modern museum setting. Speakers included Director Marta Novello for the National Archaeological Museum of Aquileia, Dr. Ada Gabucci for the National Archaeological Museum of Verona (with contributions from Director Giovanna Falezza and Dr. Brunella Bruno of SABAP Verona), Director Andrea Sardo and conservator Silvia Ferrucci for the National Museum of Ravenna, Director Alberta Facchi and Dr. Luciana Mandruzzato for the National Archaeological Museum of Adria, Director Stefania Bossi and Dr. Elena Martelli for the National Archaeological Museum of Lomellina and Dr. Amanda Zanone for the National Archaeological Museum of the Marche.
Where Archaeology Meets Cutting-Edge Tech
The morning session concluded with presentations by Fabio Remondino (Bruno Kessler Foundation – FBK) on the Gaussian Splatting technology used for digitization, and by Ambrož Černe (ARCTUR) on the functioning of the holographic display case designed to showcase 3D models in a museum context.
The afternoon featured the unveiling of the holographic display case, presenting a selection of the project's digitizations—including a proposed reconstruction of fragments from the diatreta cup of the National Archaeological Museum of Aquileia.
The holographic display remained open throughout the weekend as part of the European Archaeology Days 2026 activities, attracting significant public interest. Our heartfelt thanks go to all the participants.
The future of cultural heritage is digital, and we are just getting started!
The afternoon featured the unveiling of the holographic display case, presenting a selection of the project's digitizations—including a proposed reconstruction of fragments from the diatreta cup of the National Archaeological Museum of Aquileia.
The holographic display remained open throughout the weekend as part of the European Archaeology Days 2026 activities, attracting significant public interest. Our heartfelt thanks go to all the participants.
The future of cultural heritage is digital, and we are just getting started!