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Climate protection in museums

5 March 2024

The guidelines, published by the NEMO Working Group Sustainability and Climate Action, aims at empowering museums to participate actively in the pressing global issues of climate change and sustainability. It includes a convenient checklist and provides concrete solutions, from initiating climate impact assessments to integrating sustainability into working mechanisms and educating on climate change. These guidelines support museums to make an active contribution to climate and environmental protection at all levels of museums as well as to inspire action towards the sustainable development of society. This guide is structured to

The Climate Heritage Paradox

1 March 2024

This document highlights the significance of redefining heritage values on a global scale, promoting inclusivity and collaboration across borders. Gain insights into the potential of a new global heritage programme to transcend existing conventions and foster a shared heritage vision for humanity. The discussion extends to the impact of climate change on cultural heritage preservation, urging a reevaluation of conservation practices in the face of environmental threats. For archaeology to adequately address the global challenges of climate change, it needs to resolve the Climate Heritage Paradox which consists of two

As Ferramentas Digitais nos Museus

1 March 2024

The article explores the use of digital tools in museums to enhance visitor experiences and promote accessibility. Museums have increasingly adopted technologies such as social media, augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), Internet of Things (IoT), and mobile applications to engage diverse audiences. These tools enable interactive cultural experiences that cater to different visitor preferences and learning styles. By leveraging digital communication strategies, museums can create personalized and immersive experiences that attract visitors both physically and virtually. The technological evolution in museums has driven innovation in cultural heritage dissemination. Through

Heritage Building Retrofit Toolkit

1 March 2024

The Historic Buildings Carbon Reduction and Climate Resilience Challenge is a collaboration between the City of London Corporation (CoLC) and Purcell, running from 2022 to 2023. The Challenge highlighted that whilst there is a large amount of interest and focus on addressing carbon emissions and climate resilience in heritage buildings, action has so far been limited, and projects that have sought to lead the way are not widely publicised or shared. In an effort to address these issues, the campaign has culminated in this open-access toolkit which provides a nine-step

2º Encontro de Acessibilidade e Inclusão na Arte e no Património : livro de atas

1 March 2024

The book of proceedings from the 2nd Meeting for Accessibility and Inclusion in Art and Heritage delves into various themes aimed at promoting equal access to cultural heritage for all individuals, including those with disabilities. One of the key themes discussed is the importance of incorporating Universal Design principles in educational settings to ensure inclusivity for diverse learners. The articles emphasize the need for clear language, illustrations, and tactile resources to enhance accessibility in museums and heritage sites, making cultural experiences more engaging and informative for all visitors. Furthermore, the

Avaliação Ambiental Estratégica do Plano Ferroviário Nacional: Proposta de Declaração Ambiental

1 March 2024

This document outlines the Strategic Environmental Assessment of the National Railway Plan (PFN), focusing on integrating environmental considerations into railway infrastructure development. It discusses the assessment process, including public and institutional consultations, and the approval of the final PFN version. Emphasis is placed on aligning the PFN with international and national strategic frameworks, addressing significant environmental effects, and proposing measures for environmental control. The report discusses the importance of considering cultural heritage in the context of the National Railway Plan (PFN). It highlights the need to adapt impact assessments to

Ukraine Heritage Spotlight: On the ground with UNESCO

29 February 2024

This is the fourth podcast in the “Ukraine Heritage Spotlight” series, which explores the heritage situation in Ukraine. This episode features Professor Chiara Dezzi Bardeschi, who heads the UNESCO Desk in Ukraine. As of mid-February 2024, UNESCO has verified damage to 342 sites since 24 February 2022 – 127 religious sites, 150 buildings of historical and/or artistic interest, 31 museums, 19 monuments, 14 libraries, and 1 archive. These numbers, which include only immovable cultural property, are getting higher each month. Chiara Dezzi Bardeschi. She holds a PhD in cultural heritage.

AI-Based Toolkit for Museums and Cultural Heritage Sites

25 February 2024

Designed as part of the EU Horizon 2020 ReInHerit project, this Toolkit is a comprehensive resource addressed to museum and cultural heritage professionals. Exploiting Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Computer Vision (CV) technologies, it seeks an innovative approach to interdisciplinary, co-creative and sustainable development. The Toolkit provides a set of open-source codes supported by related documentation and webinars accessible via the ReInHerit Digital Hub. Based on the outcomes of the analysis conducted by the project, which included national surveys and thematic focus groups exploring cultural trends in heritage literature and emerging

Report: Regional Cultural Heritage Ecosystems

22 February 2024

This report represents a detailed analysis of six Regional Cultural Heritage Ecosystem case studies. It aims to extract relevant insights and conclusions about the orchestration, governance and other systemically important stakeholders and elements that determine the sector-integrated dynamics in each Regional Cultural Heritage Ecosystem. The six regional case studies carried out on the Cultural Heritage Ecosystem took place in the Basque Country (Spain), the Sibiu County (Romania), the Free Hanseatic State of Bremen (Germany), the Alentejo Region (Portugal), the Tuscany Region (Italy) and the Västra Götaland Region (Sweden), from October

Ukraine Heritage Spotlight: Vyshyvanka – Ukrainian embroidered activism

15 February 2024

Vyshyvanka is traditional Ukrainian embroidery. Its colourful patterns on shirts and other garments are more than just about beauty and high craftsmanship skills, however. In this feature episode, we explore how vyshyvankas have now taken on a deeper symbolism. Vyshyvankas have always had a symbolic meaning, referring to prosperity, luck and protection. Now, at a time of war with Russia, vyshyvankas have gained an even deeper symbolism – they signify the continuation of Ukrainian culture in the face of destruction of cultural heritage. Ukrainians believe that vyshyvankas have a magical

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Climate protection in museums

The Climate Heritage Paradox

As Ferramentas Digitais nos Museus

Heritage Building Retrofit Toolkit

2º Encontro de Acessibilidade e Inclusão na Arte e no Património : livro de atas

Avaliação Ambiental Estratégica do Plano Ferroviário Nacional: Proposta de Declaração Ambiental

Ukraine Heritage Spotlight: On the ground with UNESCO

AI-Based Toolkit for Museums and Cultural Heritage Sites

Report: Regional Cultural Heritage Ecosystems

Ukraine Heritage Spotlight: Vyshyvanka – Ukrainian embroidered activism

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