Abstract
Current trends in the heritage field suggest that libraries, archives, and museums may benefit from working together, sharing resources, and sharing spaces – be it on the web or physically. This paper will argue that one type of museum, the house museum, would benefit especially from converging with local community archives. Community archives provide visitors with a direct connection to their community through their specialized collections and intimate focus. Meanwhile, house museums allow for a level of immersion in the exhibit that purpose-built museums do not. Their local focus also ties them to a specific community, just as community archives are tied to their local community. Together, house museums and community archives can provide a more nuanced understanding of history to their community and improve the social standing, resources, and outreach of both institutions.
Highlights
Current trends in the heritage field suggest that libraries, archives, and museums may benefit from working together, sharing resources, and sharing spaces – be it on the web or physically
This paper will argue that one type of museum – the house museum – would especially benefit from converging with local community archives
The convergence of house museums and community archives has not been thoroughly analysed in recent convergence literature, even though the potential increase in visitors, funds, and awareness would greatly benefit both institutions
Summary
Current trends in the heritage field suggest that libraries, archives, and museums may benefit from working together, sharing resources, and sharing spaces – be it on the web or physically. Archives, and museums (LAMs) are all heritage institutions that provide information services to the public. This paper will argue that one type of museum – the house museum – would especially benefit from converging with local community archives.
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