The invention of the computer in the second half of the twentieth century and the advent of the digital information era have tremendously affected museum exhibitions. New technology has significantly influenced exhibits including the introduction of natural light or artificial illuminants, the improvement of computer-based navigation system and the addition of audio and video effects to multimedia displays. Now museum exhibitions are not just static exhibits, but rather lively experiences meant to stimulate the senses. However, the balance between traditional and modern technology in museums and whether museum exhibitions should be a personal experience or focus more on cultural or historical objects are topics for debate. New technologies, including virtual reality, visual and audio stimulation and environmental simulation have created a so-called “virtual world”. On the other hand, object-driven museum exhibitions focus on cultural and historical relics to how the “reality” of museum collections. The latter emphasizes the reality and authenticity of cultural and historical objects. This conflict, which began in the late twentieth century, has been widely discussed. Even the definition of a museum has been reflected on, as well as the need for cultural ro historical collections with actual objects. Through discussion of the new trends in museum exhibitions, this paper attempts to analyze the impact of new technologies on exhibitions. It goes a step further to discuss both the “virtual” side and “reality” aspects of museum exhibitions with the propose of findings a balance and providing some suggestions for futue development.