Knowledge Exchange: Finding your place
Intro
This Knowledge Exchange event explored how museums across Scotland are implementing place-based approaches. These ways of working enhance local identity, addresses the needs of the community, and contribute to sustainable growth.
In the recording below we hear from Peter Hewitt, ICH Officer and Heather Doherty, Research and Analytics Manager at Museums Galleries Scotland as well as guest speakers Stuart J Thompson MBE, Chairman at Annan Riding of the Marches, Robert Hay, Trustee at Lismore Gaelic Heritage Centre and Stella Hook, Engagement Lead at Glasgow School of Art.
Video
Video timestamps
(00:00 – 07:22) Peter Hewitt, ICH Officer and Heather Doherty, Research and Analytics Manager, Museums Galleries Scotland
Peter and Heather introduce the session and explain what place-based working looks like for museums.
(07:22 – 25:13) Stuart J Thompson MBE, Chairman of Annan Riding of the Marches
Stuart provides a brief history of Annan Riding of the Marches, a historical local tradition held annually for 700 years, and shares how the event is organised. The event includes various competitions and activities for children, emphasising the importance of engaging younger generations in these traditions.
(25:52 – 43:50) Robert Hay, Trustee of Lismore Gaelic Heritage Centre
Robert provides a presentation on Lismore Gaelic Heritage Centre and an overview of Lismore, a small island in the Inner Hebrides with a population of around 170. The Heritage Centre serves as a hub for the island, providing hospitality and hosting events. Robert describes the centre’s activities and the projects they’ve recently been involved in including musical performances, drama reconstructions, and archaeological walks.
(45:08 – 58:59) Stella Hook, Engagement Lead, Glasgow School of Art (GSA)
Stella provides an overview of Glasgow School of Art’s archives and collections which have traditionally focused on supporting students and researchers but have recently started engaging with local communities. Stella describes a recent project with the Garnet Hill Multicultural Centre’s senior art group which saw the art group co-curate an exhibition entitled “Stay Cosy” which reflected on the energy crisis.
