As one of the world’s most iconic buildings, the White House has hosted public tours for more than 60 years. Yet despite the prestige of this powerful symbol of democracy, the tour experience remained unchanged for decades.
To refresh the tour for modern learners, ESI Design collaborated with Former First Lady Dr. Jill Biden and A&E to create an experience that utilizes inclusive, multisensory environments to inform the public, honor presidential history and reflect the changing needs of "The People's House."
Imbuing new life into its historic spaces, rooms and hallways, the tour's multimedia experiences illuminate the stories of the White House, and those who have lived and worked inside. It also allows visitors to step into spaces previously closed to the public, such as the Diplomatic Reception Room. Throughout each space, digital and physical reader rails, signage and pillars guide visitors with tactile and auditory elements to engage multiple senses, ages and abilities. Exhibit elements are designed as a modular “kit of parts” for daily installation and dismantling.
As one of the world’s most iconic buildings, the White House has hosted public tours for more than 60 years. Yet despite the prestige of this powerful symbol of democracy, the tour experience remained unchanged for decades.
To refresh the tour for modern learners, ESI Design collaborated with Former First Lady Dr. Jill Biden and A&E to create an experience that utilizes inclusive, multisensory environments to inform the public, honor presidential history and reflect the changing needs of "The People's House."
Imbuing new life into its historic spaces, rooms and hallways, the tour's multimedia experiences illuminate the stories of the White House, and those who have lived and worked inside. It also allows visitors to step into spaces previously closed to the public, such as the Diplomatic Reception Room. Throughout each space, digital and physical reader rails, signage and pillars guide visitors with tactile and auditory elements to engage multiple senses, ages and abilities. Exhibit elements are designed as a modular “kit of parts” for daily installation and dismantling.