## Derived.Art Expansion for Museums & Cultural Venues

[Ekeneodigwe]

As Derived.Art product manager, I'm thrilled to propose and drive this exciting expansion, empowering museums and cultural venues to engage with digital art and blockchain technology.

Background:

• Derived.Art bridges the gap between traditional heritage and modern art, enabling artists to remix historical artifacts into captivating NFTs.
• Collaborations with Odinani Museum Nri, Mo Amin Foundation Nairobi, Art Adiction by Anila, Uhuru Gardens National Monnument & Museum Kenya and Awka Museum Foundation showcase the platform's potential for cultural preservation and reinterpretation.
• The $1M Africa Metaverse Fund opens doors to amplify Derived.Art's impact across the continent

Proposed Expansion:

1. Onboarding & Partnerships:

• Target: Diverse museums and cultural venues across Africa, prioritizing institutions with rich stories and unique collections.
• Strategies: Develop outreach materials, attend industry conferences, explore strategic partnerships with cultural organizations.

2. Dedicated Collections:

• Create: Curated digital art collections within Derived.Art for each collaborating institution, featuring unique NFTs inspired by their treasures.
• Benefits: Enhance online visibility, promote institutional narratives, drive user engagement.

3. Metaverse Activations:

• Integrate: Develop immersive virtual experiences within the Africa Metaverse showcasing Derived.Art collections and cultural heritage sites.
• Focus: Interactive exhibits, artist meet-and-greets, educational tours, gamified explorations.

4. Community Building:

• Foster: Dedicated forum for museum professionals, artists, and enthusiasts within Derived.Art.
• Activities: Host online events, workshops, AMA sessions, virtual exhibitions, collaborative projects.

5. Educational Initiatives:

• Develop: Content-rich educational resources and programs in collaboration with institutions.
• Target: New audiences, students, educators, museum visitors, promoting digital art and blockchain literacy.

Discussion Points:

• Prioritization criteria for onboarding institutions and regions.
• Revenue-sharing models for museums and cultural venues.
• Metaverse activation ideas aligned with Derived.Art's mission.
• Community engagement strategies and platform features.
• Educational program formats and target audiences.

Next Steps:

• Open discussion and feedback on the proposed expansion plan.
• Formation of a working group to refine the scope and develop action steps.
• Regular updates to track progress and maintain transparency.

I invite you to join me in shaping Derived.Art's future, amplifying the voices of museums and cultural venues across Africa through the power of digital art and community collaboration!

[Ekeneodigwe]

As Derived.Art product manager, I'm thrilled to propose and drive this exciting expansion, empowering museums and cultural venues to engage with digital art and blockchain technology.

Background:

• Derived.Art bridges the gap between traditional heritage and modern art, enabling artists to remix historical artifacts into captivating NFTs.
• Collaborations with Odinani Museum Nri, Mo Amin Foundation Nairobi, Art Adiction by Anila, Uhuru Gardens National Monnument & Museum Kenya and Awka Museum Foundation showcase the platform's potential for cultural preservation and reinterpretation.
• The $1M Africa Metaverse Fund opens doors to amplify Derived.Art's impact across the continent

Proposed Expansion:

1. Onboarding & Partnerships:

• Target: Diverse museums and cultural venues across Africa, prioritizing institutions with rich stories and unique collections.
• Strategies: Develop outreach materials, attend industry conferences, explore strategic partnerships with cultural organizations.

2. Dedicated Collections:

• Create: Curated digital art collections within Derived.Art for each collaborating institution, featuring unique NFTs inspired by their treasures.
• Benefits: Enhance online visibility, promote institutional narratives, drive user engagement.

3. Metaverse Activations:

• Integrate: Develop immersive virtual experiences within the Africa Metaverse showcasing Derived.Art collections and cultural heritage sites.
• Focus: Interactive exhibits, artist meet-and-greets, educational tours, gamified explorations.

4. Community Building:

• Foster: Dedicated forum for museum professionals, artists, and enthusiasts within Derived.Art.
• Activities: Host online events, workshops, AMA sessions, virtual exhibitions, collaborative projects.

5. Educational Initiatives:

• Develop: Content-rich educational resources and programs in collaboration with institutions.
• Target: New audiences, students, educators, museum visitors, promoting digital art and blockchain literacy.

Discussion Points:

• Prioritization criteria for onboarding institutions and regions.
• Revenue-sharing models for museums and cultural venues.
• Metaverse activation ideas aligned with Derived.Art's mission.
• Community engagement strategies and platform features.
• Educational program formats and target audiences.

Next Steps:

• Open discussion and feedback on the proposed expansion plan.
• Formation of a working group to refine the scope and develop action steps.
• Regular updates to track progress and maintain transparency.

I invite you to join me in shaping Derived.Art's future, amplifying the voices of museums and cultural venues across Africa through the power of digital art and community collaboration!

Updates:

• #DerivedArt is live
• AfrofutureDAO Announces $1M Africa Metaverse Fund for Africa’s Creative Industry on Hedera, launches ‘Derived’ a Web3 product for Museums and NFT Creators
• Art Addiction comes on #DerivedArt
• Awka Museum Foundation joins #DerivedArt
• Odinani collaborates with AfrofutureDAO on #DerivedArt