Book Description | Heritage institutions face major changes in the areas of digitization, narrative, inclusivity, and participation. In this groundbreaking book Wim Hupperetz, an expert in the field of museums, heritage, and digital curation, reflects on the challenge of change. How does a museum move from an object or a collection to storytelling, and what is the impact of digitization on curatorship? How to assess the biography of a collection when you think of museums as a medium of memory? And in striving to achieve a participatory dialogue, what is the difference between collaborating and doing things together?In six chapters, theory and practice are juxtaposed. Each chapter concludes with practical dos and don'ts. This book is also meant as a tribute to everyone who has contributed to the renovation of the Allard Pierson, the museum and knowledge institute where the collections of the University of Amsterdam are preserved and presented.Museums, Heritage and Digital Curation is intended for heritage professionals and students who want to gain insight into the debate in a rapidly changing field. |
About the Author | Wim Hupperetz is a heritage professional in the field of museology, archaeology, cultural landscapes and built heritage, focused on adding value through digital media and a multidisciplinary approach. He is currently extraordinary professor of Museums, Heritage and Digital Curation at the University of Amsterdam. Wim worked as a curator and head of public affairs at the Limburgs Museum in Venlo for sixteen years and was director at the Allard Pierson, the museum and knowledge institute of the University of Amsterdam, from 2008 to 2021. He coordinated the refurbishment and expansion of the museum that was completed in 2020. He initiated ArchaeoHotspots, introduced MuseumCamp in the Netherlands, and coordinated several European Union projects on museums and digital heritage, working with international consortia of museums and commercial partners. He has published on Roman and medieval archaeology, castles, museology, and digital heritage. Currently Wim is Chief Science Officer at the Dutch Cultural Heritage Agency (RCE). |