Opening Heritage to Beneficiaries with Cognitive Disabilities. Case study - The Museum of Maps in Bucharest Cover Image

Deschiderea patrimoniului către beneficiarii cu dizabilități cognitive. Studiu de caz - Muzeul Hărților din București
Opening Heritage to Beneficiaries with Cognitive Disabilities. Case study - The Museum of Maps in Bucharest

Author(s): Ioana Zamfir
Subject(s): Anthropology, Museology & Heritage Studies, Preservation, Sociology, Adult Education, Applied Sociology, Social differentiation, Family and social welfare, Sociology of Culture, Sociology of the arts, business, education, Inclusive Education / Inclusion
Published by: Editura Universul Academic (SC GOOD LUCK SRL)
Keywords: museums; well-being; heritage; cognitive disabilities; mental health

Summary/Abstract: The theme of well-being and health through culture, heritage, and museums is already established in the European museum world, as evidenced by the fact that the International Council of Museums (ICOM)has proposed this theme as the objective for the year 2023. It is only natural, therefore, that at the national level, the subject generates discussions and interest. In this article, we aim to provide a case study regarding how this generous theme has been approached within acultural institution in Bucharest. A small museum, but one that aims to constantly evolve, the Maps Museum has initiated a project in order to explore the impact of heritage on individuals with cognitive disabilities. An insight into this endeavor might be useful for other small but enterprising museums, by showcasing the developmental journey of the idea as well as the challenges encountered.

  • Issue Year: 1/2023
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 51-60
  • Page Count: 10
  • Language: Romanian