International Circle Newsletter 5 - Friends of the Mucem

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NEWSLETTER
SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2018

WHAT'S ON

AI WEI WEI, FAN TAN

From June 20th to November 12th, 2018

Contemporary artist, exhibition curator, architect, urban planner, antiques dealer, collector, publisher, photographer, activist, these are just some of Ai Weiwei's multiple facets.
In the article, "The Art of a Rebirth", Juliette Sanson tries to capture with "small brush strokes", Ai Weiwei’s art, and highlights his determination to change China by changing its ideas about art.

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WHAT'S NEW

FOOD FOR THE EYES
(From July 19th to September 30th 2018)

In 2010, UNESCO inscribed the gastronomic meal of the French on the List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. By “gastronomic”, UNESCO did not mean haute cuisine or even good food, but rather the eating and drinking rules that continue to provide a structure for French meals today.
"Food for the Eyes" retraces the singular history of the French population’s relationship with mealtime.

A very special exhibition that must be seen before it closes!

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WORLD MUSEUM CONNECTIONS

What is WMC?

Others Museums of Civilisation Around the World

In this newsletter we introduce three civilisation museums whose approach, resources and exhibitions are all distinct. Exploring them helps us to understand the many historical connections between different cultures. Their exhibitions put on display magnificent objects from around the world.

MUSÉE DE LA CIVILISATION
(Quebec City , Canada)
Until September 2019:
"Secrets Uncovered (400 Objects, a World of Emotions)"

Magnificent! Bizarre! Items both ordinary and famous from the Musée de la civilisation's collection come out of the shadows to reveal their deepest secrets. The more you enjoy them, the more they have to offer, "Because the museum collection is all about you!"

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THE ERBIL CIVILIZATION MUSEUM
(Erbil, Kurdistan)

The Erbil Civilization Museum is divided into three historical sections. Antiques are exhibited according to eras, starting from antiquity until more recent times. The origin of some pieces goes back to 5.000 B.C. and reflects the patterns and ways of life in Kurdistan and Iraq. Its rich library is considered among the most prestigious and important of the city.

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THE CROSSROADS OF CIVILISATIONS MUSEUM
(Dubai)

According to researchers and archaeologists, Dubai was a busy yet peaceful harbour, housing Bedouin merchants and pearl divers and well-known for its trading activities starting as far back as 3000 BC. Peace and trade both contributed to Dubai’s legacy. The Crossroads of Civilisations Museum's collection includes rare artefacts, manuscripts, autographs of historically important people, as well as family documents reflecting social life and cultural interactions.

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SWICH PROJECT

THE SWICH PROGRAM

September's closing conference for the five-year Creative Europe project, Sharing a World of Inclusion, Creativity and Heritage, is taking place in Vienna. The conference explores the multiple ways that the museum has tackled contemporary challenges surrounding questions of citizenship, belonging and cultural heritage in the post-colonial Europe of today.

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BETWEEN FRIENDS

YOUNG FRIENDS

A 18-35s Young Friends section has been created within the Friends of Mucem and will be officially launched as the new University term begins.

7 working persons and students have gathered around their leader, Elisabeth, mobilized these last few months to carry out this new adventure, allowing the Young Friends to emerge with their own cultural activities amongst the Friends.

We wish them every success and we’ll definitely support them!

A SUMMER JOB WITH FRIENDS!

High School students from the International Section of the Lycée St Charles have finished their summer volunteer work! For the second year running, OIB students have employed their English language skills to help the Amis du Mucem welcome numerous foreign visitors to the museum.

Their work is crucial in informing and orienting visitors, helping them to enjoy the Mucem and building up the museum's good reputation world-wide.

Click here to learn more about the Friends of the Mucem!

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Contact: internationalcircle@amisdumucem.org