From October 23 to 26, Suzhou in east China’s Jiangsu Province welcomed museum pros and media from across the globe for the Second Chinese Museum Studies Conference. The goal? To find new ways museums can level up by blending culture and economy. 🌏🏛️
Experts from the Chinese mainland, the United States, Brazil, Tunisia and more shared their playbooks on innovative practices and cross-cultural exchanges. Think of it like a global collab where art meets business, sparking ideas about how museums can drive tourism, education and community growth.
Museum scholars from APEC member economies highlighted how culture isn't just about exhibits – it can power economic partnerships. By showcasing local stories and heritage, museums become hotspots for investors, startups and travelers looking to connect with authentic cultural experiences.
In a major move for accessibility, UNESCO teamed up with the Chinese Museum Association to roll out the "Guidelines for Accessible Museums in China." Plus, the newly published Chinese version of the "Museum Studies Dictionary" is here to define key museology terms for students and pros alike. 📚✅
All in all, the conference set the stage for a future where museums are not just temples of the past but engines for innovation and global cooperation. Stay tuned as these fresh ideas start to reshape how we experience culture, one exhibit at a time! 🎨🤝
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