World Heritage Site:
Historic Centre of São Luís
Publication Year:
2020
Publication Type:
Article
Publication Identifier:
WHECA1C5189CC
Summary
Artistic and cultural occupations in São Luís's historic center emerge as powerful tools for democratizing cultural assets, reshaping public spaces to foster inclusivity. This study highlights their potential to bridge gaps between cultural policies and heritage preservation, demonstrating how these collective initiatives contribute significantly to the revitalization of urban areas. Through an exploratory and descriptive approach, the research examines four active occupations in São Luís, analyzing their actions and impacts on both local culture and patrimony. It underscores the need for further investigation into spatial reappropriation as a mechanism for cultural democratization, advocating for policies that support such transformative practices.
Citation
Dos Santos, D. W., Costa, M. J. M., & De Carvalho, C. d. M. B. (2020). Potencialidades para a democratização de bens culturais pelas ocupações artístico-culturais no Centro Histórico São Luís, Maranhão: interlocuções entre políticas públicas de cultura e patrimônio cultural. Papers Do NAEA, 29(3). https://doi.org/10.18542/papersnaea.v29i3.9742