Museumification of Places of Memory in Iberoamerica

The museumification of places of memory, particularly in Iberoamerica, has been shown to effectively create emotional impact, mobilize society, and update narratives related to historical trauma. This process transforms cultural heritage into museum objects, preserving their value while focusing on victims' experiences, unlike traditional historical museums. The study highlights successful projects such as the ESMA Museum (Argentina), MUME (Uruguay), and Villa Grimaldi Memorial Park (Chile), which address generational shifts in commemoration and the recognition of human sacrifice. These initiatives blend tangible, intangible, and combined approaches, demonstrating their effectiveness in engaging society and reflecting on painful historical events.

Koroleva, A. (2023). Museumification of Places of Memory in Iberoamerica. Istoriya, 14(9 (131)), 0. https://doi.org/10.18254/s207987840028239-1