The Princess & The Platypus Foundation has launched an innovative 3D virtual museum dedicated to the life and legacy of Princess Diana, allowing people worldwide to explore her cherished belongings and experience her story in a unique and immersive way.
This groundbreaking digital museum features over 2,700 iconic items, offering an intimate glimpse into Diana's passion for philanthropy, her love for her family, and her enduring impact on the world. By using advanced technology, the museum brings Diana’s spirit to life, allowing visitors to explore her world from the comfort of their own homes.
For the first time, items that were previously scattered across the globe are now available in one place, thanks to the efforts of The Princess & The Platypus Foundation, a non-profit organization devoted to preserving Diana’s memory. To mark the 27th anniversary of Diana's passing, the foundation offered a special Free Week Pass from August 31st to September 7th, 2024.
This gesture ensured that Diana's admirers and those interested in her legacy had the opportunity to experience the museum and connect with the life of one of the world’s most beloved figures. Guided by museum co-founders Renae Plant and Livinio Stuyck, visitors navigated the extensive collection and discovered the stories behind each artifact.
Among the items displayed were personal effects that provide a deeper understanding of Diana’s life, from her philanthropic endeavours to her roles as a mother and a princess. The museum not only showcases her style and grace but also highlights her commitment to social causes and her extraordinary ability to connect with people across the world.
To complement the launch, a new book titled "It's All About The Hair: My Decade with HRH Diana, Princess of Wales" by Richard Dalton, Diana’s personal hairdresser, and Renae Plant, co-founder of the museum, has been released. The memoir offers a rare insider's perspective on Diana's life, filled with personal stories and untold anecdotes from Dalton's decade-long service to the Princess.
The book features 91 QR codes that link directly to the items Diana is wearing in various photos, offering a unique interactive experience that ties the physical items to the personal stories behind them. Richard Dalton, who was closely associated with Diana throughout some of her most iconic moments, provides readers with insights into Diana's character that only someone in his unique position could share.
In the book, he also addresses three of the most widely circulated but inaccurate stories about Diana, providing a truthful and heartfelt account that has remained untold until now. This adds another layer to the narrative presented in the virtual museum, allowing fans and historians alike to gain a more authentic understanding of who Diana truly was.
For media outlets and journalists, The Princess & The Platypus Foundation is offering exclusive opportunities to feature unique pieces from The Princess Diana Collection and conduct interviews with Renae Plant and Richard Dalton. Dalton, who is based in Southern California, is available for live or recorded segments, where he shares personal stories and discusses the creative process behind the book.
These opportunities provide additional insight into the museum's creation and the foundation’s ongoing efforts to honour Diana's memory. The Princess Diana Museum, now accessible to everyone, serves as a digital tribute to a woman who inspired millions. To begin your journey through Diana's life, you can visit the virtual museum at princessdianamuseum.org.
The experience is not just a collection of artifacts but a heartfelt celebration of Diana's legacy, made possible by a team dedicated to sharing her story with the world in a truly innovative way.
