Deep Time Audio Description

Explore the history of life on Earth in the new Fossil Hall at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History. Screen reader and accessibility feature friendly.

Assistive technology for blind and low-vision users to explore the new Fossil Hall at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History through a self-guided tour. Discover how all life is connected–past, present, and future–to all other life and to the Earth itself. Learn more about evolution, ecosystems, and extinction from the beginning of life 3.7 billion years ago to the Age of Humans today.

Features: • Screen Reader compatible • Background contrast • Alt text and captions for all images • Zoomable text • Search feature

This app contains descriptive overviews of: • tactile models • iconic specimens such as T. rex • multimedia videos and interactives • content stories

Download ahead of time to plan your visit, follow along in the gallery, or read afterwards. The app uses the accessibility features native to your phone.

By downloading this mobile app, you agree to the Smithsonian’s Privacy Policy (http://si.edu/privacy)

NOTE: WiFi is available in all Smithsonian museums.