The rise of new cultural networks in Asia in the twenty-first century. Understanding Asia's dramatically changing cultural climate is fundamental to Australia's future cultural engagement with the region, consistent with the National Research Priority goal to 'understand our region and the world'. This project will document and improve understanding of new Asian art and art museum-related cultural networks, shedding light on their regional and global profiles and interactions. It will enhance un ....The rise of new cultural networks in Asia in the twenty-first century. Understanding Asia's dramatically changing cultural climate is fundamental to Australia's future cultural engagement with the region, consistent with the National Research Priority goal to 'understand our region and the world'. This project will document and improve understanding of new Asian art and art museum-related cultural networks, shedding light on their regional and global profiles and interactions. It will enhance understanding of Australia's role in creative industries and networks in Asia, providing a platform for future Australian policy and participation in these networks. Such knowledge will build Australia's research base on Asian art, museums and culture, and enhance Australia's collaborations and connectivity with Asia.Read moreRead less
Migration memories: an analysis of representations of Australian migration histories. This project is an innovative analysis of the representation of Australian migration heritage through community and archival research and imaginative forms of representation. The research focuses on underexplored regional locations and involves developing a pilot museum exhibition. The research for the exhibition will use the material of personal memory to create a dynamic connection between individual stories ....Migration memories: an analysis of representations of Australian migration histories. This project is an innovative analysis of the representation of Australian migration heritage through community and archival research and imaginative forms of representation. The research focuses on underexplored regional locations and involves developing a pilot museum exhibition. The research for the exhibition will use the material of personal memory to create a dynamic connection between individual stories, historical narratives and places. Community engagement with the exhibition will be investigated as part of the research process. This research will bridge the gap that exists in Australia between theoretical work on history and memory, migration and diaspora, and interpretive and museological practice.Read moreRead less
Using museums to counter racism and increase acceptance of diversity among young people. Although little is known about the topic, racism is a significant issue for young Australians. This project will reveal how high school students and their teachers understand racism, diversity and identity. It will also determine how museum programs can reduce racism and increase acceptance of diversity among high school students and their teachers.
The Other Within: Visual Culture through Indigenous, tribal, minority,"subaltern" and multicultural displays in Asia-Pacific museums today. The reseach project will analyse and assess current practice and developing modes of museum representation and inclusion in the changing societies of the Asia-Pacific. Comparative research will be undertaken into Indigenous, tribal, minority, 'subaltern' and multicultural displays in eight museums and four cultural festivals. The research will focus on the ....The Other Within: Visual Culture through Indigenous, tribal, minority,"subaltern" and multicultural displays in Asia-Pacific museums today. The reseach project will analyse and assess current practice and developing modes of museum representation and inclusion in the changing societies of the Asia-Pacific. Comparative research will be undertaken into Indigenous, tribal, minority, 'subaltern' and multicultural displays in eight museums and four cultural festivals. The research will focus on the Industry Partner, the National Museum of Australia. It will develop a model for a non-Eurocentric approach. It will have practical outcomes for all the Investigators in consolidating networks, and producing colloquia, exhibitions, publications and a multimedia presentation.Read moreRead less