The museum currently preserves and displays nearly 5,000 original artifacts along with many valuable documents related to the battle of Điện Biên Phủ. In recent years, it has implemented digitization to build a digital database for management and exhibition purposes. So far, 960 representative artifacts have been converted into 3D models, laying the foundation for modern exhibition formats.

Nguyễn Thị Thúy, Head of the Operations Department at the museum, said: “Previously, artifacts could only be viewed directly, and the accompanying information was limited. With 3D digitization, we can open up artifacts from multiple angles, telling historical stories through guides or software applications in a more visual and engaging way.”

Based on this digital database, the museum has gradually modernized its operations with various technology-driven applications, including virtual museum platforms, AR-based artifact showcases, 3D films, and other interactive software. These innovations allow visitors to explore artifacts and related historical stories in diverse, vivid, and authentic ways.

Beyond on-site visits, visitors can also access in-depth information through “interactive information kiosks” placed throughout the exhibition area. These systems provide rich data such as images, videos, and historical narratives across multiple themes, available in Vietnamese, English, and French. Even without visiting in person, users can download a mobile app about the Điện Biên Phủ victory to explore artifact information via smartphones or computers.

Hoàng Hữu Nam, a visitor from Thanh Hóa province, shared: “I’m very impressed. Even without a guide, I can gain a deep understanding of history through interactive screens. It makes the visit much more engaging and accessible.”

To further enhance visitor experiences, since August 2024, the museum has introduced several new features and major technological upgrades. One of the most attractive highlights is the virtual reality (VR) gaming area, where visitors can step into simulated battle scenarios of the Điện Biên Phủ campaign using VR headsets and handheld controllers. This immersive experience allows users to engage their senses and better understand the intensity of historic battles.

In addition, the 3D cinema area featuring “Điện Biên Phủ - 56 days and nights” combined with 3D mapping, and the documentary “Điện Biên - Land and people” has drawn large audiences. The theater, with a capacity of over 100 seats, offers powerful sound systems and high-resolution screens, delivering realistic and compelling portrayals of the campaign and the region.

Since the beginning of the year, the museum has welcomed more than 40,000 visitors. Modern software and interactive devices allow visitors to explore independently without the need for guides, offering fresh and engaging experiences.

Vũ Thị Tuyết Nga, Director of the museum, emphasized: “Digitalization is not just a trend but an inevitable requirement. In the strong wave of digital transformation, the Điện Biên Phủ victory Museum is gradually “renewing itself”, moving beyond the limits of static exhibition spaces to become a vibrant bridge between the past and the present. We aim to build an open space where history is conveyed dynamically, meeting the evolving needs of the public.”

The application of digital technology is helping to “awaken” history, turning static artifacts into vivid, emotional experiences. Thus, digitization at the Điện Biên Phủ victory Museum is not merely about technology-it is a journey connecting past and present, ensuring that historical values continue to resonate into the future.