The MAGICAL MECHANICAL MOVIE MACHINE

An interactive exhibit that comes to life when your visitor makes a donation

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  • Contactless donations

  • Hands-on exhibit that’s highly engaging for all the family

  • Fully customisable and changeable graphics for a bespoke message

  • UK designed & built with 30+ years industry experience

  • Opportunities for educational interpretation or specific campaigns

  • Stand-alone exhibit not requiring supervision

Entertain your visitors with a hands-on experience based on the classic pre-film animation device: the zoetrope - but with a twist.

This is a unique fundraising opportunity led by the popularity of hands-on exhibits, providing customisable interpretation that can be updated over time.

The Magical Mechanical Movie Machine is suitable for all venues including museums and galleries, science and visitor centres, non-profits and religious organisations.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

The donation (you choose how much), is made at the exhibit with a simple tap of a contactless bank card onto the integrated terminal. This starts the activity.

contactless payment

A drum with slots housing 12 different pictures starts to rotate. It’s unclear what you are looking at but as the speed increases, the animation comes to life.

animation starts

Who can work out what the image is first? Or select the matching one on a list? Supporting graphics set further challenges or provide interpretation on the subject.

activities & interpretation

All images used are specific to your venue reflecting your collection, activities and values. Over time, these can be replaced for a new subject and to renew interest.

customisable content

EARNING POTENTIAL

The Magical Mechanical Movie Machine uses a simple, intuitive tap of the phone to bring it to life. The donation amount is fixed by each venue.

The earning potential will depend on:

  • Per tap cost. We suggest between GBP£3-£5 

  • How many visitors you have in a year

  • Positioning of the exhibit

The card transfer company receives only 3% and so 97% is yours. There is also a £10 monthly fee.

THE PROCESS

The exhibit design, build and graphic design is all created by us so from start to finish, so you'll work with the same team from start to finish. Choose the item for the animation, and we'll create the images and collaborate on designing supporting graphics. The contactless donation terminal is configured with donation amount and bank details. We'll handle installation, preferably in a visible area with electricity access.

MAKE IT
YOURS:

  • animation images

  • supporting graphics

  • donation amount

  • logo & branding

For more information, or to talk through the exhibit and the different options.

Request a callback