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Te Papa to Berlin
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A remarkable journey in museum development and cultural identity. This is the story of Ken Gorbey, who developed Te Papa Tongarewa Museum of New Zealand and then salvaged the failing Jewish Museum Berlin. Discover a lively insider perspective about cultural identity and nation building, and how museums can act as healing social instruments by reconciling dark and difficult histories.
Te Papa to Berlin explores major shifts in museum thinking and practice over time, and the impact of visionary leadership and effective team building. This book is for museologists, museum professionals, historians, and those interested in cultural identity and nation building. Explore:
Te Papa to Berlin explores major shifts in museum thinking and practice over time, and the impact of visionary leadership and effective team building. This book is for museologists, museum professionals, historians, and those interested in cultural identity and nation building. Explore:
- Cultural identity and nation building
- How museums can reconcile difficult histories
- The impact of visionary leadership
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Ken Gorbey was the director of Waikato Museum 1969–83, then played many roles in founding Te Papa. He was Project Director and Deputy President of the Jewish Museum Berlin 1999–2002. Since 1984 he has as run his own consultancy, working around the world on museum, cultural and tourism projects. Ken Gorbey lives in Wellington.
PRODUCT DETAILS
ISBN: 9781988592374
Publisher: Otago University Press
Format: Paperback / softback Trade paperback (US)
Pub Date: 20201128
Height: 9.25 inches
Width: 6 inches
No. of Pages: 280
Category: ART/Museum Studies
Category: HISTORY/World
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