Museums and Societal Collapse explores the implications of societal
collapse from a multidisciplinary perspective and considers the
potential museums have to contribute to the reimagining and
transitioning of a new society in the face of collapse. Arguing
that societal collapse is well underway, but that total collapse is
not inevitable, Janes maintains that museums are well-positioned to
mitigate and adapt to the disruptions of societal collapse. As
institutions of the commons, belonging to and affecting the public
at large, he contends that museums are both responsible and capable
of contributing to the durability and well-being of individuals,
families, and communities, and enhancing societal resilience in the
face of critical issues confronting our species. Within the pages
of this groundbreaking book, Janes demonstrates how museums and
their staff, as key civic resources with ethical responsibilities,
can examine the meaning and value of their work, how that work is
organised and managed, and to what end. This is a call to action,
demonstrating how museums can move the conversation about collapse
and extinction forward and into society at large. Museums and
Societal Collapse will be of great interest to academics and
students of Museum and Heritage Studies, Gallery Studies, Heritage
Management and Arts Management. It will also be of essential
reading for museum professionals working in museums, galleries and
cultural organisations around the world. He lives in Canmore,
Alberta, Canada.
General
| Imprint: |
Taylor & Francis
|
| Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
| Release date: |
October 2023 |
| First published: |
2024 |
| Authors: |
Robert R Janes
|
| Dimensions: |
234 x 156mm (L x W) |
| Pages: |
228 |
| ISBN-13: |
978-1-03-238226-5 |
| Categories: |
Books
|
| LSN: |
1-03-238226-0 |
| Barcode: |
9781032382265 |
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