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Multisensory, User-centred, Shared Cultural Experiences through Interactive Technologies

1 September 2024

The first policy brief of the MuseIT Project focuses on the critical issue of cultural accessibility for people with disabilities within the European Union. This brief not only analyzes current EU policies but also highlights the significant gaps that hinder true inclusivity in the cultural sector. Cultural accessibility is more than just a legal obligation; it is a fundamental right that ensures everyone, regardless of ability, can engage with and contribute to cultural life. Article 30 of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) emphasizes the

A Representação da Cultura nos Programas, Manifestos e Compromissos Eleitorais nas Eleições Legislativas 2024 em Portugal: Estudo Comparativo com as eleições Legislativas de 2022

1 August 2024

This paper examines the representation of cultural policies in the electoral programs for the 2024 legislative elections in Portugal, comparing them to the previous 2022 elections. It highlights a persistent lack of prioritisation of culture within public policies, despite various political parties proposing measures to address issues such as precarious employment in the cultural sector and the need for better funding and support for cultural institutions. Several political parties, including Livre, PS, and PAN, have put forth specific proposals aimed at combating precariousness among cultural professionals. These include promoting stable

“O Convento de Cristo em Tomar convida-te a visitá-lo”: A significância atribuída ao património manuelino por alunos do ensino secundário (Portugal)

16 July 2024

This article examines the impact of a virtual educational experience (VEV) on secondary school students’ understanding and appreciation of the Manueline architectural style, particularly through a virtual visit to the Convento de Cristo in Tomar. It emphasises the importance of fostering a ‘heritage consciousness’ among students and positions the study within the broader context of historical education and heritage awareness. The research employs a constructivist approach, where students actively engage with the material, allowing them to construct their own understanding of the historical significance of the Manueline style. The methodology

Glasgow’s Culture Strategy 2024-2030

10 July 2024

This municipal strategy aims to enhance the protection and promotion of heritage assets, ensuring their preservation for future generations. It establishes a framework for sustainable management, encouraging community engagement and collaboration among stakeholders. One of the key themes is the recognition of heritage as a vital component of cultural identity and community well-being. The legislation emphasizes the importance of inclusive practices, ensuring that diverse voices are heard in heritage conservation efforts. By fostering partnerships between local authorities, heritage organizations, and community groups, it aims to create a more holistic approach

Ukraine Heritage Spotlight: Cancelling Russian Culture

9 July 2024

The ongoing war in Ukraine has not only caused physical damage. Russia’s continuing “special military operation” also has a cultural dimension, one which Ukraine is now having to fight against, and not just with heavy weaponry. In this episode of Ukraine Heritage Spotlight, we are in the western Ukrainian city of Lviv to meet renowned historian and public intellectual Professor Yaroslav Hrytsak. Hrytsak recently published a book on Ukraine which underlines the nuances of the country’s history and culture, entitled Overcoming the past: the global history of Ukraine [originally published

Acessibilidade em espaços culturais da cidade do Porto

26 June 2024

With the title The Imagination of a Visit? Comparative Case study on accessibility conditions in museums in the city of Porto, this work is based on cultural accessibility. This communication is developed within master ́s thesis in Heritage, Arts and Cultural Tourism, at the Higher School of Education of the Polytechnic Institute of Porto. This study seeks not only to reflect on the concept of accessibility and inclusion, but also to analyze the conditions of access to facilities and contents. For this, four museums in the city of Porto were

Quinta do Mocho: a arte como inédito viável

14 June 2024

This article delves into the Quinta do Mocho community in Lisbon, originally a slum area that became a social neighbourhood inhabited by predominantly African migrant families. The residents, facing deteriorating living conditions, found solace and expression through art, particularly in the form of murals that depicted their dreams, music, cultural diversity, and social critique. These murals served as a means of reclaiming their space and challenging societal discrimination. The document explores the intersection of art, sociomuseology, and educational principles inspired by Paulo Freire. It emphasises the transformative power of art

Ukraine Heritage Spotlight: On the ground with World Monuments Fund

11 June 2024

The World Monuments Fund is an independent organisation based in New York devoted to safeguarding heritage locations to build mutual understanding across cultures and communities. Since 1965, its global team of experts has preserved cultural heritage at more than 700 sites in 112 countries. Today one of the countries in need of special attention is, of course, Ukraine. One of the many specialists helping to protect Ukraine’s cultural heritage is Dr Kateryna Goncharova, Ukraine Heritage Crisis Specialist at the World Monuments Fund. For a number of years she has been

A Escola vai ao Museu Geológico: ampliar e ressignificar as formas de relação com a memória

11 June 2024

The article discusses an educational-cultural activity conducted at the Geological Museum of Lisbon involving a 4th-grade class from a school in Lisbon. This initiative was a collaborative effort between the school and the University Lusófona de Lisboa, aiming to promote interdisciplinary learning across fields such as Education, Sociomuseology, and Geology. The focus was on providing students with alternative ways of engaging with the world beyond traditional verbal communication, encouraging experiential learning. The article also references UNESCO’s recommendation regarding the significant role museums play in society, emphasising the importance of integrating

Looking into Kiluanji Kia Henda and Bruno Moraes Cabral ‘Terra (In)Submissa’: poetical narratives as political means

11 June 2024

This article delves into the analysis of the film “Terra (In)Submissa,” which explores the concept of vanishing freedom through the lens of the Portuguese language. It examines the use of mugshots and archival materials to portray resistance against dictatorship and underscores the significance of symbolic justice in addressing human rights violations. Moving on to sociomuseology and art galleries, the text scrutinises the relationship between African and Portuguese art in museums, criticising galleries for shaping the art market and museum narratives. It stresses the importance of comprehending local contexts in museum

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Multisensory, User-centred, Shared Cultural Experiences through Interactive Technologies

A Representação da Cultura nos Programas, Manifestos e Compromissos Eleitorais nas Eleições Legislativas 2024 em Portugal: Estudo Comparativo com as eleições Legislativas de 2022

“O Convento de Cristo em Tomar convida-te a visitá-lo”: A significância atribuída ao património manuelino por alunos do ensino secundário (Portugal)

Glasgow’s Culture Strategy 2024-2030

Ukraine Heritage Spotlight: Cancelling Russian Culture

Acessibilidade em espaços culturais da cidade do Porto

Quinta do Mocho: a arte como inédito viável

Ukraine Heritage Spotlight: On the ground with World Monuments Fund

A Escola vai ao Museu Geológico: ampliar e ressignificar as formas de relação com a memória

Looking into Kiluanji Kia Henda and Bruno Moraes Cabral ‘Terra (In)Submissa’: poetical narratives as political means

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