The analysis presented in this paper deals with the topic of the integration of a cultural institution in old industrialised urban contexts, and concerns the use of cultural activities not only as factors of diversification of the local economy, but also as elements of innovation and...

The idea of “Cultural Commons”, partly borrowed from the “open” model of “Creative Commons”, derives from the will to create a collective economy of knowledge by creatively and strategically cultivating heritage and memory. Unlike the tangible and intangible goods formally ratified...

In 2005 UNESCO launched the Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions. The aim of the Convention was to foster cultural diversity worldwide, having knowledge of the role of cultural diversity and cultural activities in promoting economic development. The...

The aim of this paper is to analyze how technological innovation is reshaping the role and mission of museums as producers and distributors digital images of cultural collections. Based on a collection of case studies the authors identify the main shifting or emerging patterns in models for...

The official intention of the UNESCO World Heritage List is to protect the global heritage. However, the imbalance of the distribution of World Heritage Sites according to countries and continents is striking. Consequently, the World Heritage Committee launched the Global Strategy for a...