Historic German Village has entered a new phase of the digital age.

The German Village Society has created a mobile application that puts visitors in touch with landmarks, retail stores and restaurants.

The mobile site, which can be accessed through germanvillage.com, gives a thumbnail sketch of each destination and where to find it, plus information on events and avenues for charitable giving.

Shiloh Todorov, director of the society, said it’s imperative for historic neighborhoods to take advantage of emerging technologies. For example, the GVS has become more active with social media, Todorov said. Also, on Dec. 5, the society posted a year-end video message on the website, she said.

“Being digital for us is absolutely critical,” she said. “The mobile site is just the next step. It just makes it that much easier to visit and find places.”

With the help of a $25,000 anonymous donation, the mobile application was developed by members of an ad hoc committee chaired by Brian Santin, former GVS board president and a current board member.

Santin said the application will enhance the German Village Society’s ability to promote, educate and advocate for historic preservation efforts in the community.

“To be the first in the field of mobile technology with specific regards to historic-preservation-community building, this is quite an exciting time for the German Village Society and neighborhood,” he said. “We are pleased to offer this unique experience to our visitors and hope that it will enhance their experience in this historic neighborhood.”

Local retail analyst Chris Boring said it appears German Village is ahead of the curve, considering many communities haven’t achieved that level of technological sophistication.

“I think it’s a really great benefit for German Village, particularly for its tourists,” said Boring, owner of Boulevard Strategies. “Locals know where things are but tourists are looking for new things to try.”