Date
20 Nov 2024, 11:00 to 20 Nov 2024, 13:00
Institute
Institute of Historical Research
Type
Seminar
Venue
Online- via Zoom
Description
This session will explore how archival research is used within the heritage sector, from curatorial interpretation to conservation and capital projects. Speakers from a range of organisations, career stages and disciplinary backgrounds will reflect on how historical, archival sources are used in heritage sector decision-making today. Speakers will explore:
- How do archives inform heritage practice?
- Who are the custodians of archives used within the heritage sector?
- Which job families within the sector use archives for their work?
- How can heritage professionals make archives relevant to contemporary audiences?
This session is in collaboration with Oxford University’s Heritage Partnerships Team.
All welcome- this seminar is
free to attend, but
advance registration is required.
Everyone participating in and attending the event is kindly asked to make themselves familiar with the IHR’s code of conduct available
here.