Layers of Place: Austin

Layers of Place, Austin is a curated collection of six location-based augmented reality (AR) experiences that reveal often unseen dimensions of Austin’s public spaces—uncovering layers of history from forgotten pasts to overlooked presents and speculative futures. Created by the MIT Open Documentary Lab’s AR and Public Space Artist Collective, Layers of Place is part of a multiyear inquiry into how digital augmentation can reshape our spatial perceptions, deepen our understanding of place, and expand how we engage shared histories in public space.