Explore. Engage. Enlighten.

Enjoy museums like never before with a personal guide in your pocket.

  • A Tour Guide in Your Pocket

    Smart, self-guided tours at your fingertips.

  • Learn Your Way

    Read, listen, or explore images—Footnote provides content in your language and learning style.

  • Meaning for What You're Seeing

    Context and meaning for every artifact, right when you need it.

  • Access the Full Collection

    See not just what’s on display, but every piece in the museum’s archives.

  • Discover Your Joy for Museums

    Enjoy your museum visits by downloading and using the Footnote app for FREE.

✍️ Curatorial Commentary

Hear directly from museum curators through exclusive in-app commentary that brings each exhibit to life.

Gain a deeper appreciation for what you’re seeing with expert insights that reveal the stories, context, and connections behind every object.

🗺️ Discover New Museums

Explore beyond the exhibit you're standing in. Footnote helps you uncover other museums and cultural sites—complete with stories, highlights, and practical info—so your next adventure is always just a tap away.

🖼️ Visual Catalog

See every detail—zoom into high-resolution images of artifacts, even ones behind glass or in storage.

Whether you're browsing from home or revisiting your favorite piece after your visit, Footnote gives you full visual access anytime.

🎧 Immersive Audio Tours

Listen your way through the museum with audio content that responds to where you are.

It’s like having a personal guide, designed to help you learn, connect, and explore more deeply—hands-free and screen-light.

📱 iOS and Android

Footnote works seamlessly on any modern smartphone. No additional content to download, no friction—just an instant mobile museum experience for every visitor.

🌍 Multi-Language

Explore in the language you know best.

With instant translations, Footnote makes every artifact, tour, and detail accessible to international visitors and multilingual communities.

Unlock the Secrets Behind Every Artifact

Going to a museum is like being handed a million puzzle pieces without the box top – it’s overwhelming trying to appreciate every sculpture, painting, and relic without the full backstory. Don’t settle for aimlessly wandering from exhibit to exhibit.

Unlock the rich histories and contexts behind the artifacts with Footnote – your personal museum docent guiding you through your museum visit.

How it works:

  • Download the Footnote App

    Download the Footnote App from your device’s app store (Apple App Store or Google Play Store).

  • Scan and Enjoy!

    Select the scan icon within the app, then use the camera on your device to scan the QR codes next to artifacts. You will unlock specialized content to feed your curiosity.

  • Or Simply Search

    Search for a museum, collection, or artifact within the Footnote app and begin your exploration.

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Your quest for knowledge awaits

What are you waiting for? Stop feeling lost and start feeling enriched by the cultural treasures around you. Download Footnote today and turn every museum into an immersive journey. Unleash your inner historian!