In Gdynia, an extraordinary project is underway that uses VR technology to engage people with the city’s history and local identity: Gdynia in Virtual Reality – 100 Years of City Rights. The project uses 360° film and virtual reality technology to present Gdynia at the time when it was granted city rights.

The VR film is designed to be shown with special goggles on the terrace of the Museum of the City of Gdynia, overlooking Śródmieście, Kamienna Góra, Kępa Oksywska, the city beach, and the port. This modern and accessible form of storytelling allows residents and visitors to compare the VR image of Gdynia from one hundred years ago with the contemporary view from the same perspective.

The initiative marks the centenary of Gdynia’s city rights by making history more engaging and interactive. By combining immersive technology with a unique location, the project offers an educational and cultural experience that brings the city’s past closer to a wide audience.

Project location:
Viewing terrace on the second floor of the Museum of the City of Gdynia, with a panorama of Śródmieście, Kamienna Góra, Kępa Oksywska, the city beach, and the port.

Timeline:

• Stage I (until August 2025): research and graphic design of the VR film
• Stage II (until November 2025): production of the VR film
• Stage III (from February 2026): public presentation of the project

Coordinator:
Museum of the City of Gdynia