Varendra Research Museum
This project, led by Durham University in collaboration with the Varendra Research Museum and supported by the British Council’s Cultural Protection Fund, focuses on preserving 200 key artefacts, documenting oral traditions, and training local professionals. It will culminate in a bilingual exhibition titled “The History of Bangladesh in 25 Objects.
| This project will deliver training and capacity strengthening for local heritage professionals in preservation techniques, documentation and archiving and storytelling, to support the Varendra Research Museum in Bangladesh in safeguarding its collections and associated intangible and oral traditions through strengthened connections with local communities. |
Project Details
Location: Bangladesh, Southern Asia, Asia
Organiser(s):
Durham University
Project partner(s): Varendra Research Museum
Funder(s):
British Council Cultural Protection Fund in partnership with DCMS
Funding received: £133,062.97
Commencement Date: 07/2024
Project Status: Completed
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