Archival Exhibitions Research Articles

The Influence of Feminist Archival Theory on State Archival Exhibitions

It has been widely noted in academic scholarship that over the last few years there has been a significant shift within the heritage and cultural sector towards more inclusive and community focused practices. In particular, the transition towards community accountability and institutional participation in social justice has meant that state archives are currently more open to adopting feminist archival approaches than ever before. Through the examination of two case studies within an Australian context, this reflection will explore the ways in which feminist thought has begun to influence the curation of archival data in exhibitions by state-run archives.

Radical Curating, Black Community Archives and the Sir George Williams Affair

This article explores strategies employed in the 2019 archival exhibition Protests and Pedagogy: Representations Meanings and Memories. The exhibition was organized to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Sir George Williams Affair, when Canadian students protested racism in the classroom at Concordia University. Using the curatorial process as a case study in radical pedagogy allows a rare glimpse into the archival records of the 1969 event. The case demonstrates ways in which an engaged approach to curating connects with the building of a community archive that enables a rereading of these events. The exhibition’s pedagogical practices allow reflection on alternative methodologies that challenge teaching-learning through community dialogue.

Pameran Arsip Virtual pada Lembaga Kearsipan sebagai Upaya Peningkatan Penjangkauan Kearsipan: Studi Kasus di Arsip Nasional Republik Indonesia

This research discusses the holding of virtual archives exhibitions as an effort to increase archival outreach at the National Archives of the Republic of Indonesia (ANRI) as an archival institution and relevant to ANRI's function in managing archives (historical value archives). The purpose of this study is to describe the holding of a virtual archives exhibition by ANRI as an effort to increase archival outreach by ANRI. This research uses a qualitative approach with a case study method, data collection is carried out by making observations, interviews, and document analysis. Data gathering of this study was conducted from February 2021 to May 2022. The results of this study show that the holding of a virtual archive exhibition at ANRI as an innovation in archives management supported by policies in regulating the stages of organizing, managing exhibition resources, collaboration and sustainability of virtual archive exhibitions will support efforts to increase archival outreach. The virtual archives exhibition is held in accordance with ANRI's vision and mission in managing archives as a collective memory and national identity by utilizing social media platforms websites, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, and Facebook. With the use of social media in organizing a virtual archive exhibition by ANRI, it can reach a wider range of archives users.

Izložbena delatnost Istorijskog arhiva Šumadije u Kragujevcu sa osvrtom na period od 2012. do 2022. godine

The tradition of archival exhibitions in Serbia is not a long one. The first exhibition was held in the late 1940s, and in Kragujevac in 1955. Over the course of more than fifty years, from 1952 to 2004, the Historical Archive of Šumadija organi- zed only twenty-two exhibitions. Initially, exhibitions were organized as part of archi- val weeks from 1954 to 1957. They were planned in various ways, but mostly, experts from the archive used newspapers and exhibitions to talk about the preservation of archival materials stored in archives. The exhibitions were themed around regional history, the history of the Šumadija District, the history of the city of Kragujevac, and the history of city institutions. These exhibitions illustrated the flow of national history but also, from a different perspective, reflected the ideology of the socialist governme- nt at the time, with a clear political propaganda role. After six decades of existence, the Historical Archive of Šumadija revitalized its exhibition activity. Significant pro- gress was made in the period from 2012 to 2022 when fifteen exhibitions were orga- nized. These exhibitions mostly focused on themes from the national history of the 19th century and were organized on the occasion of anniversaries and major jubilees. The authors of the exhibitions mostly presented materials preserved in the Historical Archive of Šumadija. Additionally, significant cooperation was established with other cultural institutions in the country and abroad.

The Social Movement Archive

The Social Movement Archive

Ola Skanks: Delayed Recognition of a Dance Artist Ahead of Her Time

This essay chronicles my research relationship with choreographer, teacher, educator, and activist Ola Skanks. Canadian-born and of West Indian (St. Lucia and Barbados) descent, Skanks was a groundbreaking dance and fashion design artist who combined modern, Western art forms with traditional dances of the Africa diaspora. I share excerpts from my work to date, including my archival exhibition, It’s About Time: Dancing Black in Canada 1900–1970, to provide context for the circumstances that Black people danced in, socially and/or as performers. This is followed by a selection of photos from Skanks’s archival collection that illustrate the scope of her creative and community contributions. In conclusion, I offer a transcription of a speech I gave when Skanks was inducted into the Dance Collection Danse’s 2018 Encore! Dance Hall of Fame, alongside some of Canada’s most well-known dance artists and community builders. I detail some of the highlights of my meetings with her and also the profundity of the delayed recognition of a woman so far ahead of her time.

Cultural Activity of the Archives of the Tuzla Canton during the Sars-Cov-2 Pandemic

The cultural activity of archives is crucial in terms of presentation of archival material as a cultural and historical heritage. In this way, archives animate the professional, scientific and general public to come to the archives and use the archival material for scientific research and other purposes. The most popular ways of presenting archival material are various archival exhibitions, documents, photographs, and other archival material. In addition, the promotion of professional and scientific publications also enriches the cultural activity of archives, and through them, archival activity and archival material are additionally affirmed. This paper aims to present the cultural activity of the Archives of Tuzla Canton in the year of the coronavirus virus pandemic, 2020, and to analyze, through comparative indicators from previous years, the extent to which cultural activity in the Archives of Tuzla Canton stagnated as a result of the pandemic. Also, the paper will present some new modalities of the work of the Archives of Tuzla Canton, in terms of presenting exhibitions to the general public in the year of the pandemic.

An Exploration of the Possibilities for Archival Art as Local Community Archive: Gyeonggi Archive Exhibition and Seongbuk Documenta Exhibition

세계적으로 아카이브를 둘러싼 큰 변화로 지역 공동체 아카이브의 등장과 아카이브예술의 확산을 볼 수 있다. 한 걸음 더 나아가 아카이브 예술이 지역 공동체 아카이브에 접목되는 경우들이 근래 국내에 늘고 있다. 이 연구는 아카이브 예술이 실제 지역공동체 아카이브로서 기능할 수 있는지와 기능한다면 어떠한 특징을 가지는지를 탐색해 보고자 한다. 이를 위해《경기 아카이브_지금,》(2018)과《성북도큐멘타》(2014∼2020)의 3∼5회(2016∼2018) 전시 사례를 분석하였다. 경기의 지역 정체성 강화를 목표에 둔 경기아카이브와 소실될 위험에 처한 한옥이나 상가아파트에대한 아카이빙 작업이 수행된 성북도큐멘타에서 나타난 아카이브 예술 활동을 분석함으로써 아카이브 예술의 수행과 활용 과정에서 나타나는 예술가의 역할과 아카이빙 작업의 다양성을 파악하고, 지역의 정체성 구성 및 장소성 재발견의 전략과 효과를 살펴보았다. 아카이브 예술은 공동체 아카이브의 흐름을 확장하고 다양한 창작적 활용을 진작시킬 수 있는 가능성을 갖고 있지만, 지역공동체 아카이브로 기능함에 있어 기억의 보존체로서뿐만 아니라 새로운 지식과 담론 생산의 계기로 활용되기 위한 필요성이 제기되었다.Profound changes have occurred in the archival landscape since the advent of community archives and the global spread of archival art. This trend can be seen in Korea where a noticeable growth in archival arts and local community archives can be observed. This study explores how archival arts in Korea function when they are specifically intended to play a role in local community archiving. For this purpose, we analyzed the ‘Gyeonggi archive_Now (2018)’ and ‘Seongbuk Documenta (2016-2018)’ exhibitions, which were both exemplary cases of archival arts exhibited in connection with local community archives. Based on the analysis of the Gyeonggi Archive, which was aimed at strengthening the local identity of Gyeonggi Province, as well as the analysis of Seongbuk Documenta, which focused on the loss of place that resulted from redevelopment projects in the area of Seongbuk-gu, this study identifies the multiple roles of artists in archiving work. This study also reveals the variety of archiving works that exist and illuminates the value that such initiatives have in constructing local identity and reviving a sense of place. In particular, this research shows that archival art has the potential to empower local community archives while also providing opportunities to boost artistic creation. Our research concludes by highlighting the necessity of promoting the right environment and conditions that are required for archival arts if they are to play a role not only in keeping records and memories but also in producing further knowledge and discourse in a local community.

Art, market and agency at the Venice Biennale, 1895–1993

ABSTRACT This special issue focuses on one of the most longstanding, international, and large scale exhibitions: the Venice Biennale. The keywords ‘art’, ‘agency’ and ‘market’ act as methodological pathways to investigate the evolution of its rich visual library. The texts offer a diachronic approach highlighting significant points of friction and continuity. Marie Tavinor and Davide Lacagnina focus on the first two general secretaries Antonio Fradeletto and Vittorio Pica, who greatly contributed to shaping the institution. Giuliana Tomasella investigates the case of painter Alberto Salietti’s market success at the Biennale in 1942. Both Cristina Beltrami through the decorative arts, and Clarissa Ricci through the attempts at reopening the Biennale sales office, look into the complex relationship of the Venice Biennale with the art market. Lastly, a critical review of the large archival exhibition ‘Le Muse Inquiete/The Disquieted Muses’ held in Venice in 2020, reflects on the Biennale’s complex and fascinating history.

Bindings Winter 2021

Sparking positive change. This issue of BINDINGS covers the Libraries’ efforts during the pandemic, showing that the pressure of challenging circumstances can herald opportunities for collaboration and positive change. Read details of the Libraries’ work to reopen in the fall of 2020 with services for our users focused on safety. This issue also includes highlights about our staff and student employees, the Main Library Gallery Sackner Archive exhibition, our work toward anti-racisim, and the Libraries’ new Advancement Council.

Analysis on Functional Requirements and Degree of Importance of Online Archival Exhibitions

Analysis on Functional Requirements and Degree of Importance of Online Archival Exhibitions

유네스코 세계기록유산 새마을운동 기록물 전시홍보의 실태 및 개선방안 : 청도 새마을운동 발상지 기념공원, 구미 새마을운동 테마공원, 포항 새마을운동 발상지 기념관 사례를 중심으로

새마을운동을 통해 국가발전을 이룬 한국은 2009년 OECD 산하의 개발원조위원회 가입으로 원조 수원국에서 원조 공여국이 된 전 세계 유일한 국가가 되었다. 그리고 국제사회로부터 높은 평가를 받는 새마을운동 기록물은 2013년 6월 유네스코 세계기록문화유산으로 등재되었다. 이후 새마을운동을 학습하기 위해 한국을 찾은 외국인 유학생들과 연수생들은 새마을운동 기록물 전시홍보관을 방문하고 있다. 연구의 목적은 유네스코 세계기록유산에 등재된 새마을운동 기록물에 대한 활용도 제고 및 성공적인 홍보를 위해 청도, 구미, 포항의 전시홍보 실태와 과제를 분석하고 개선방안을 모색하는 데 있다. 연구결과는 새마을운동 기록물 전시홍보 발전에 참고자료로 활용할 수 있을 것이며, 각 기관의 이미지 정립을 비롯하여 기관간의 상생과 협력에도 도움이 될 것이라 기대한다.

Нововиявлені автографи українського поета і громадського діяча М. Т. Рильського

There is given the review of documents related to the family life of Ukrainian classic poet and public fi gure M. T. Rylsky (1895–1964). These documents, found out in the collection of the State Archives of Kyiv City were unknown to researchers or general public, although some of the facts described in the documents were known to the family and those, who studied biography of T. R. Rylsky, his sons and grandson. Among these sources are the autographs of the poet. The documents apply to M. T. Rylsky’s residence in Kyiv. Therefore, the purpose of the publication is to highlight these fi ndings for scientifi c targets and to popularize these rare archival sources. Research methods. The research is based on general scientifi c methods (objective-factual, historical, analyticalcomparative). The scientifi c novelty of the publication. The documents discovered by the author relate to the death of poet’s brother Ivan and the giving birth by the wife of M. T. Rylsky’s, Kateryna Mykolaivna, to their fi rst son, Bohdan. These archival sources (personal documents of family members) are described fi rstly, researched and introduced into scientifi c community. Thanks to these documents and recently published sources, some facts of life of M. T. Rylsky and his family in Kyiv in the 1930s have been clarifi ed. There is also given the information about the personal fi le of the student of the Medical Faculty of Kyiv University M. T. Rylsky, that is stored in the State Archives of Kyiv City. The article also presents family photo of 1900, which depicts the poet’s parents, young Maksym and his two older brothers, including Ivan, noticed in the study, and another family friend – a prominent ethnographer J. V. Yurkevych. Conclusions. The State Archives of Kyiv City is a treasury of documentary sources. There is preserved also the decision of the Executive Committee of Kyiv City Council dated by 1965 about renaming of Radyanska Street to Maksym Rylsky Street in order to perpetuate the memory about the poet. Copies of the documents can be used in literary museums, museums of M. T. Rylsky in Ukraine, in researches about life and work of poet, in archival exhibitions. The documents expand the source base about life of M. T. Rylsky and his family.

Expanding the Singaporean discourse: Exploring artist materials from the 1950s to 1970s

Understanding the conditions of Singapore’s vast cultural record is crucial in building knowledge on the artistic practices of mid-twentieth century artists. These narratives are familiarly anchored by historical junctures of Western colonisation, Japanese occupation, the country’s independence and more broadly, post-war. This paper expands on the discourse through material data generated from a technical examination of two Singaporean artists, Georgette Chen (1906–1993) and Cheong Soo Pieng (1917–1983), and their techniques and material availability of the 1950s–1970s. Primary data from archival exhibition catalogues and recent art historical literature indicate that the Chinese diaspora community played a vital role in developing a modern art scene, including the sale of artist supplies through Chinese bookshops. Findings on canvas support and its preparation from a broad technical study of 67 Cheong Soo Pieng and Georgette Chen paintings are discussed. The presence of canvas stamps by Japanese canvas manufacturer, Holbein, was found on 50% of paintings produced in the 1960s. Additionally, trends in cotton and bast fibres are observed through the decades. Through the production of new empirical data located in a relevant knowledge eco-system, future technical art research in Singapore and the broader context of Southeast Asia are considered and examined.

아카이브 전시의 의미와 확장적 가치

국내 전시에서 꾸준히 나타나는 현상 중 하나는 아카이빙(Archiving)의 활용과 확장이다. 아카이브는 사회와 무한히 다양한 방식으로 관련되어 있고, 그 연결고리를 찾아 묶어주는 것이 아카이빙(Archiving)이다. 본 연구에서는 아카이빙과 전시가 접점을 이루며 만들어내는 특성을 파악하고자 한다. 또한, 일민미술관과 중앙선거관리위원회가 함께 주최한 <새일꾼 1948-2020> 전시를 통해 아카이브 전시가 갖는 확장적 가치를 구체적으로 밝히는 것이 목적이다. 이에 대한 결과로는 첫째, 아카이브 전시는 아카이빙개념에서 이해할 수 있으며, 이러한 맥락에서의 큐레이팅 담론이 확장되어야 한다. 둘째, 선거 역사를 다루는 자료 기반의 전시가 예술의 영역과 만나 스펙트럼을 넓혀준다. 셋째, 참여를 통한 의미 만들기, 관람자 개인의 영역에서 이루어지는 재아카이빙까지 <새일꾼 1948-2020> 전시의 아카이브즈를 이룬다.

Archives Publication and Exhibition Virtualisation by ANRI

Background of the study: This study discusses the archival publication virtual services through exhibitions, published by ANRI (National Archives of the Republic of Indonesia). This study will analyze publication of content displayed through the virtual archival exhibition.Purpose: The aim is to look at aspects of the publication of archives, selecting and uploading information or document to the web or the site, repackaging information, and using technology. Archived publication is the dissemination of information about archives for the community, one kind of activities that are by holding a virtual exhibition. The virtual exhibition Allows visitors in the number of simultaneous accesses to one collection entity and Provides information quickly intervening and mainly via the web.Method: This study uses qualitative methods of content analysis. Methods of collecting the data through observation on ANRI Virtual Exhibition and literature studies.Findings: The discussion was further reviewed restaurants by using perspectives on aspects of archival publications, archival exhibitions, and archive exhibition virtualization. The results that can be obtained are ANRI roommates virtual conducts archival exhibitions through the JIKN at https://jikn.go.id. Displaying two themes, the history of the President of the Republic of Indonesia and the Treasury of the UNESCO Certificate of Archives. The virtual archival exhibition is an excellent publication from ANRI to present information from the archive so that it can be easily accessed by the public. But at this virtual archival exhibition, there are still several menus and features are still empty.Conclusion: The advice that can be given is to add back the content, features and media information offered to visitors through the virtual archival exhibition. The addition of content managers, is also competencies needed to the make virtual archival exhibitions more interactive

Appraisal of Personal Records in Archival Profession and in Historiography

This paper deals with the private archival material created/owned by a natural person, not a private legal entity. We attempted to ponder the problem of appraising private archives within archival practice from several angles, but also the one of appraising private records in historiography. We analysed mutual relationship between archival and historiographic appraisal of private archives and their influences in that process (both positive and negative ones) from the point of view of both areas. Mutual correlation in the appraisal process is presented through an example of a thematic archival exhibition. This exhibition is about an important international historic event, Rebellion of the Austro-Hungarian sailors on board warships based in Boka Kotorska Bay (presently the territory of Montenegro) that happened 100 years ago, at the very end of the World War I. The exhibited documents were selected from among the corpus of private archives and collections. We believe that an archival and museum exhibition of this kind, organized in Kotor Historical Archives, can be the best way to drew attention of scientists and general public on the importance of identifying, collecting, keeping and consulting (using) private archival records.

Dari Sumber Informasi ke Galeri Pengetahuan Pendekatan Kearsipan pada Penyelenggaraan Pameran Arsip Statis

Conceptually, archival exhibition is not a part of core functions of an archival organization. However, it could give an enormous benefit for the community when it could transform archives from just a source of information into a source of knowledge. This study elaborates principles and ideal stages that should be conducted by archival institution in organizing archival exhibitions so that it could give knowledge to the audiences. It focuses on a proper achival management approach in conducting archival exhibition rather than other aspects such as design or estetique.

Archives, race, class and rage

This is an edited version of a keynote speech to the annual conference of the Archives and Records Association 2016 in which a leading black British cultural curator, using the concept of ‘reparative histories’, charts his own involvement in and knowledge of recent milestones in black cultural heritage intervention in the UK. Referencing the London Mayor’s Commission on African and Asian Heritage, the museum world’s marking of the ‘2007 bi-centenary of the Act abolishing the Atlantic slave trade’ and the significant ‘No Colour Bar’ archive and art exhibition of 2015, he challenges archivists to understand the issue not as the need to simply ‘include’ Black experience, but to allow Black agency in the making of the record.

Inter-shelf: Interactive Multi-layered Bookshelf Visualization for Robotic Art Archive Exhibition

Inter-shelf: Interactive Multi-layered Bookshelf Visualization for Robotic Art Archive Exhibition