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Why Our Notions Of Cultural Heritage Are Problematic

IDEAS Posted: May 28, 2019 2:30 pm

“Whether we look at political, economic or military capital, one thing is clear. Heritage is a top-down idea – it is defined and used by the most powerful members of society, rather than by society as a whole. Cultural heritage tells people – it does not ask them – what they should care about. How can we change this?” – Aeon

IDEAS Published: 05.27.19, sj1

Read the story in Aeon Published: 05.27.19, sj1

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