Madison Jones, Professional & Public Writing and Natural Resources Science

This talk examines how augmented reality (AR) and other forms of spatial media can expand the scope of digital humanities research, teaching, and public engagement. Drawing on projects developed through the DWELL Lab at the University of Rhode Island, including PFAS Kitchen and OpenAR, Madison Jones discusses how open-access AR platforms can transform environmental communication, site-based storytelling, and community-engaged scholarship. The presentation highlights emerging methods for creating accessible, place-based digital experiences that invite audiences to encounter the humanities through layered, interactive environments. This talk includes a live demo of the platform Hoverlay, and participants will learn how to produce basic AR experiences.