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Rijksmuseum and Bloomberg Forge Partnership to Enhance Arts Accessibility

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The Rijksmuseum has announced a new partnership with Bloomberg aimed at significantly improving access to the arts for a wider audience. This collaboration will focus on enhancing digital engagement with the museum's renowned collection, particularly through the development of its open-source Rijksstudio platform.

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Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam Collaborates with Bloomberg to Enhance Digital Art Access

The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam has announced a new partnership with Bloomberg focused on improving accessibility and enriching the visitor experience across the arts. This collaboration, established in October 2022, aims to strengthen the museum’s digital offerings and broaden engagement with its extensive collection.

Enhancing the Rijksmuseum's Online Collection

A significant part of this new phase of support involves the continued development of Rijksstudio, the museum's acclaimed open-source platform. Launched a decade ago, Rijksstudio allows audiences worldwide to freely explore the Rijksmuseum’s vast collection of art and history, and to curate their own unique online selections.

With Bloomberg's support, the Rijksmuseum will enhance Rijksstudio to increase digital engagement. This will include improvements to the platform’s search structure and a more intuitive user experience, making the museum's remarkable works even more accessible to a global audience. Bloomberg's commitment to philanthropy is detailed on their company values page, and further information regarding the Rijksmuseum's corporate partnerships can be found on their support page.

This initiative underscores the Rijksmuseum's dedication to making its rich cultural heritage available to a wider public, both within its physical walls and through its digital platforms. To discover more about the Rijksmuseum and other prominent cultural institutions in the city, visit Musemap (musemap.art), where you can browse museums in Amsterdam or explore other cultural spots on the map.

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What is the main goal of the partnership between the Rijksmuseum and Bloomberg?

The partnership aims to improve accessibility to the arts and enhance the visitor experience, with a particular focus on expanding digital engagement with the Rijksmuseum's collection.

How will Bloomberg's support impact the Rijksmuseum's collection?

Bloomberg's support will help develop the Rijksstudio platform, enhancing its open-source capabilities and improving the search structure and user experience for the museum's online collection.

What is Rijksstudio?

Rijksstudio is a successful open-source platform developed by the Rijksmuseum, launched ten years ago, which allows audiences to explore the museum's collection and curate their own unique collections online.

When was this partnership announced?

This partnership was announced on October 9, 2022.

What kind of experience can visitors expect from the improved digital platform?

Visitors can expect an improved user experience and enhanced digital engagement, with a better search structure to explore the Rijksmuseum's vast collection online.

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