UM-WiSER Mellon Workshop. Decolonizing Sites of Culture in Africa and Beyond
Keynote Speakers: Annie Coombes, University of London; Morag Kersel, DePaul University; Ugochukwu-Smooth C. Nzewi, The Cleveland Museum of Art; Mbongiseni Buthelezi, Public Affairs Research Institute, South Africa
Tuesday, November 21, 2017
8:30 AM-5:00 PM
Assembly Hall, Fourth Floor
Rackham Graduate School (Horace H.)
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This 2.5 day workshop, bringing together scholars, theorists, practitioners, artists and cultural producers, will examine and reflect on strategies of decolonization in presentations of public culture in museums, galleries, and heritage sites. Free and open to the public. Registration requested at bit.ly/asc-mellon2017.
For a detailed workshop schedule and museum tour, visit: ii.umich.edu/asc
For a detailed workshop schedule and museum tour, visit: ii.umich.edu/asc
| Building: | Rackham Graduate School (Horace H.) |
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| Event Type: | Conference / Symposium |
| Tags: | Africa, Anthropology, Architecture, Art, Culture, Discussion, Environment, History, Museum, Visual Arts |
| Source: | Happening @ Michigan from African Studies Center, International Institute |
| Upcoming Dates: |
Tuesday, November 21, 2017 8:30 AM-5:00 PM
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International Institute Programming
The International Institute’s centers sponsor numerous conferences, lectures, exhibits, and cultural performances throughout the year. These events are designed to educate the university community and the public about global issues and inspire discussion and dialogue.
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