Reconsidering Heritage and Memory

A critical reappraisal of African heritage traditions challenges Western-centric narratives, demonstrating how the revitalization of sacred sites like Osun-Osogbo Grove in Nigeria reshapes collective memory and future imaginaries. The study explores how colonialism marginalized indigenous religious practices, while contemporary conservation efforts under UNESCO's World Heritage policy reflect broader ideological shifts. By analyzing performative moments within African heritage traditions, it highlights alternative intellectual frameworks that diverge from Greco-European genealogies, offering a nuanced perspective on global heritage discourse.

Rowlands, M., & de Jong, F. (2016). Reconsidering Heritage and Memory. Reclaiming Heritage, 13–29. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781315421131-1