Art in Science Museums: Towards a Post-Disciplinary Approach Contributor(s): Rossi-Linnemann, Camilla (Editor), Martini, Giulia de (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1032082976 ISBN-13: 9781032082974 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $52.24 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: August 2021 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Science | Study & Teaching - Art | Mixed Media - Art | Museum Studies |
Dewey: 507.5 |
Physical Information: 0.61" H x 6.14" W x 9.21" (0.90 lbs) 288 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Art in Science Museums brings together perspectives from different practitioners to reflect on the status and meaning of art programmes in science centres and museums around the world. Presenting a balanced mix of theoretical perspectives, practitioners' reflections, and case-studies, this volume gives voice to a wide range of professionals, from traditional science centres and museums, and from institutions born with the very aim of merging art and science practices. Considering the role of art in the field of science engagement, the book questions whether the arts might help curators to convey complex messages, foster a more open and personal approach to scientific issues, become tools of inclusion, and allow for the production of totally new cultural products. The book also includes a rich collection of projects from all over the world, synthetically presenting cases that reveal very different approaches to the inclusion of art in science programmes. Art in Science Museums should be of great interest to academics, researchers and postgraduate students working in the fields of museum studies, cultural heritage management, material culture, science communication and contemporary art. It should also be essential reading for museum professionals looking to promote more reflective social science engagement in their institutions. |