Step Into the Dig. Discover the Story Beneath the Surface.
An immersive paleontology experience that brings real dig sites, ancient ecosystems, and scientific discovery to life through narrative-driven immersive storytelling.
About Unearthing
An Immersive Journey Through Paleontology
Unearthing follows paleontologists through active fossil sites, research labs, and museum galleries across North America.
Visitors witness the entire scientific process—excavation, preparation, analysis, and interpretation—through 360° visuals, spatial audio, and expert guidance.
The experience connects audiences to:
ancient ecosystems
geological time
evolutionary history
how museums shape scientific understanding
Educational Themes and Interpretation
Stand alongside working paleontologists and learn how fossils are uncovered, protected, and documented in the field.
Field Science and Excavation
Geological Time and Ecosystems
Discover prehistoric environments, climate patterns, and ecological relationships that shaped life on Earth.
See how scientific evidence becomes research, and how research becomes public interpretation inside museum exhibits.
From Dig Site to Gallery
Unearthing was developed in collaboration with:
Dr. Stephen Godfrey, Curator of Paleontology
ReBecca Hunt-Foster, Paleontologist, Dinosaur National Monument
Their expertise ensures clarity, scientific accuracy, and educational depth.
Featured Experts
Scientific Advisors and Collaborators
What Visitors Will Experience
Step directly into active fossil dig sites captured through 360° field cinematography.
Immersive Environments
Hear environmental detail and expert narration that deepen presence and emotional connection.
Spatial Soundscapes
Follow the full journey of a fossil—from excavation to research to exhibition—in clear, accessible storytelling.
Real Scientific Process
Animation, expert interviews, and narrative framing make complex ideas approachable and engaging.
Immersive Storytelling
Presented Through the ALICE Theater
A Shared Immersive Experience Designed for Museums
Unearthing is delivered through Hammer & Anvil’s ALICE theater—a seated, fully accessible shared immersive space that synchronizes the film across multiple headsets with spatial audio.
ALICE provides museums with:
wheelchair-friendly layouts
seated viewing for all mobility levels
smooth visuals for visitor comfort
synchronized group storytelling
minimal daily staffing
