The course examines a variety of factors that present risks, threats and/or security issues for cultural heritage in the 21st century. These include overtourism, museum security, conflict, climate change, changing societal expectations and new historical narratives.
Each day will explore a new theme making use of contemporary examples and including some outside speakers. Participants will gain insight into underlying trends affecting cultural heritage, the different manifestations of these issues on the ground, and potential strategies to resolve or mitigate the risk.
This course is open to all interested parties and assumes no prior knowledge of the field. It is likely to benefit individuals working in, or aspiring to work in, the field of cultural heritage management, museums, cultural tourism, arts administration or cultural development.
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