Videogames! Exhibition in Trieste Traces 70 Years of Gaming History
The exhibition 'Videogames!' opens at the Salone degli Incanti in Trieste from November 26 to February 20, curated by Lorenzo Banci and Damiano Bordoni. Organized by Arthemisia, it showcases 200 items including consoles, arcade cabinets, and games from the 1950s to the present. The show features immersive rooms and interactive stations, highlighting the evolution of video games as a global phenomenon and their intersection with design and technology. Visitors can engage with vintage and modern devices, exploring the history of gaming and its cultural impact. The exhibition aims to attract diverse audiences through gamification and edutainment, reflecting museums' shift toward digital interactivity.
Key facts
- Exhibition 'Videogames!' runs from November 26 to February 20 at Salone degli Incanti in Trieste.
- Curated by Lorenzo Banci and Damiano Bordoni.
- Organized by Arthemisia.
- Features 200 items including consoles, arcade cabinets, and games.
- Covers video game history from the 1950s to present.
- Includes immersive rooms and interactive stations.
- Highlights design and technological development over 70 years.
- Aims to attract new audiences through gamification and edutainment.
Entities
Artists
- Lorenzo Banci
- Damiano Bordoni
Institutions
- Arthemisia
- Salone degli Incanti
Locations
- Trieste
- Italy