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The Brutish Museums
Book • 2020
Dan Hicks' "The Brutish Museums" is a critical examination of the role of museums in perpetuating colonial legacies.
The book challenges traditional museum practices and calls for greater transparency and accountability.
Hicks argues that museums must confront their colonial past and actively engage in repatriation efforts.
He advocates for a more inclusive and equitable approach to museum collections and their presentation.
The book has sparked significant debate within the museum field and beyond.
The book challenges traditional museum practices and calls for greater transparency and accountability.
Hicks argues that museums must confront their colonial past and actively engage in repatriation efforts.
He advocates for a more inclusive and equitable approach to museum collections and their presentation.
The book has sparked significant debate within the museum field and beyond.
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Claire Aubin
Dan Hicks
George Pitt-Rivers with Dan Hicks
Mentioned by Fiametta Rocco as a book that helped move forward the discussion about the Benin Bronzes.
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Mentioned by Fiamata Rocco as a book that helped move forward the discussion about the Benin Bronzes.
Battle acts: France beefs up its forces
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Anthony Fennell
Modern museums, accountability, and openness
