Hold history in your hands with an interactive AR tribute to Dr. Maya Angelou. In 2022, Dr. Maya Angelou became the first African American woman to be honored on a U.S. quarter, a powerful testament to her impact on literature, civil rights, and cultural history. Now, this historic coin is reimagined in an immersive AR experience, allowing you to explore its design in stunning detail.
Watch as the quarter appears before your eyes in 3D, to reveal Dr. Maya Angelou’s poised silhouette and the elegant image of a bird in flight behind her. As you examine the coin, learn about the symbolism woven into its design, freedom, resilience, and the soaring spirit of her work. This digital collectible bridges the past and the future, offering a modern way to celebrate Dr. Maya Angelou’s legacy and the barriers she broke throughout her lifetime.
This immersive experience is presented in collaboration with the Florida International University (FIU) D.R.E.A.M.S. Program, celebrating innovative digital storytelling and cultural education through emerging technologies.