As my recent post on "Community Engagement in Commemoration" mentioned I've been thinking a lot about community involvement in the practices of museums and heritage sites. The recent issue of Muse contains a short piece, "Redefining First Nations and Inuit Involvement in Exhibit Planning," by Jameson C. Brant that focuses on similar questions of engagement. … Continue reading First Nations and Inuit Collaboration In Museums
Hidden No Longer: Keeping Indigenous Heritage Alive
If you're a member of the Canadian Museums Association you should soon be receiving the November/December issue of Muse. This month's cover article, "Hidden No Longer: Keeping Indigenous Heritage Alive" is written by yours truly.The article focuses on the role heritage museums have played in presenting indigenous culture and history to the general public. It … Continue reading Hidden No Longer: Keeping Indigenous Heritage Alive
Canadian Public History: Where Art Thou?
Credit: Nikopol_TOPublic Historians work in a range of positions within and outside the heritage sector. Public historians can be found in museums, archives, libraries, academic institutions, corporations, not-for-profits, the film industry, research firms, and other organizations.In the United States the National Council on Public History is an active professional organization that represents, offers services to, … Continue reading Canadian Public History: Where Art Thou?