This strategy explores the significance of heritage as a driver of cultural identity, social cohesion, and sustainable development. It highlights the importance of safeguarding and promoting diverse heritage assets, including historic sites, traditions, and intangible cultural heritage, to ensure their preservation for future generations. Additionally, it addresses the challenges and opportunities associated with heritage conservation and management in a rapidly evolving global context. The City of Aarhus has been pioneering in initiatives including Climate as an overarching theme for cultural work – with regard to the strategic documents or establishing partnerships between the City and the cultural institutions regarding the green transition.
Aarhus Cultural Strategy delves into the role of heritage in community engagement. It discusses strategies for leveraging heritage resources to stimulate local economies, enhance cultural tourism, and create employment opportunities. Moreover, it emphasises the need for innovative approaches to heritage interpretation and storytelling to engage diverse audiences and promote a deeper appreciation of Europe’s cultural legacy. It highlights the importance of international collaboration and knowledge exchange, while advocating for partnerships across Europe to share best practices, research, and expertise – contributing to the sustainable preservation and promotion of heritage.
