A regional approach to cultural preservation: A central american example |
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Authors: | Frederick W Lange C Mario Molina |
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Institution: | (1) Curator of Anthropology, University of Colorado Museum, Boulder, Colorado;(2) Nicaraguan Institute of Culture, Boulder, Colorado;(3) Nicaraguan Institute of Culture, Managua, Nicaragua;(4) Universify of Colorado Museum, Campus Box 218, 80309-0218 Boulder, Colorado |
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Abstract: | The transition to democratic governments in Central America over the past decade, and the subsequent emergence of institutional
mechanisms for regional cooperation have greatly increased the frequency and productivity of efforts for preservation of cultural
patrimony. Both the archaeological and colonial data bases overlap modern political boundaries and regional collaboration
in training, pubic education, curation and research is essential. Natural forces continually impact, and human economic forces
(especially international tourism) increasingly impact cultural resources. Regional cooperation in the utilization of human
resources is necessary to confront the management and salvage demands of major economic development projects, and rescue efforts
following natural disasters. The development of policies and programs will be effective only if matched by the growth of cultural
preservation professionals in each of the Central American republics. Finally, other art consuming nations in addition to
the United States must begin to respect the cultural heritage of the Central American countries and develop policies to deter
abuses by diplomatic staff and employees of NGO’s (nongovernment organizations) |
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Keywords: | Cultural Patrimony conservation Central America Nicaragua |
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