Communities and Museums in the 21st Century: Shared Histories and Climate Action

This book explores innovative, multidisciplinary perspectives on contemporary museology and participatory museum practice, contributing to debates on museum communities, heritage, and sustainability. It will appeal to a wide range of readers, including museologists, museum practitioners, academics, and students.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 18 August 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Drawing upon a Horizon2020 project and endorsed by ICOM, this comprehensive book brings together innovative, multidisciplinary perspectives on contemporary museology and participatory museum practice, thereby contributing to broader discussions on museum communities, heritage, and sustainability.

The book will captivate a wide audience, including museologists, museum practitioners, academics, and students specializing in heritage studies, cultural studies, memory studies, art history, gender studies, and sustainable development.

What sets this book apart is its unique focus on island and remote communities, making it the first international museum studies publication to prioritize these regions. Additionally, it stands as one of a select few books that primarily explore museums in Latin America and the Caribbean, offering valuable insights into the diverse cultural and historical contexts of these regions.

With its rich content and interdisciplinary approach, this book will serve as a valuable resource for scholars, researchers, and practitioners seeking to advance the field of museum studies and promote the role of museums in fostering cultural understanding, heritage preservation, and sustainable development.

Weight: 582g
Dimension: 155 x 234 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032288413