Digital 3D models of heritage artefacts: Towards a digital dream space

•The use of digital 3D technologies in museums is examined.•Memory and culture influence the interpretation of digitised museum artefacts.•Remixing of 3D digital museum artefacts fosters new museum experiences.

This paper explores the use of digital 3D models of museum artefacts in a creative context. It investigates how creative engagement with digital 3D models of heritage artefacts can stimulate learning and foster new forms of engagement with digital heritage artefacts. This paper is illustrated with examples of creative works from a case study undertaken in collaboration with the National Museum Cardiff.