Museum professionals from Monaco and Strasbourg have come together for a round-table discussion exploring the evolving role of cultural institutions in modern society, as the Principality approaches the conclusion of its presidency of the Council of Europe’s Committee of Ministers…
Held at Strasbourg’s Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art alongside the 51st Congress of Local and Regional Authorities, the gathering brought together leading figures from six museums, highlighting shared interests in archaeology, natural history and contemporary art.
Participating institutions included Monaco’s Museum of Prehistoric Anthropology and Strasbourg’s Archaeological Museum, the Oceanographic Museum and Strasbourg’s Zoological Museum, alongside the two cities’ modern and contemporary art museums.
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Discussions extended beyond the traditional responsibilities of preserving and exhibiting collections, examining how museums can respond to contemporary social challenges and strengthen their connections with local communities.
Participants emphasised the importance of museums as trusted institutions capable of encouraging public debate, sharing expertise and helping citizens better understand the world around them.
The initiative formed part of Monaco’s wider cultural programme during its six-month presidency, which concludes on November 10, reinforcing the value of international cooperation and the increasingly important civic role played by museums.
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