Conference paper: ‘Regenerating the post-conflict city with Dark Tourism: The case of Titanic Experience in Belfast’, Roots Revived: Memory, Legacy, Heritage and Tourism Conference

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Description

The co-authored paper presented at the conference Roots revived that provides a platform for exploring the complex dynamics of difficult and dissonant heritage within the broader context of memory, legacy, heritage, and tourism. Recognising the lasting impact of historical traumas, contested narratives, and marginalised voices, this conference seeks to promote dialogue, understanding, and reconciliation.
The conference also explored the ethical, social, and cultural complexities involved in commemorating and engaging with painful histories.
Period17 Oct 2024
Event typeConference
LocationEdinburgh, United KingdomShow on map
Degree of RecognitionInternational

Keywords

  • tourism
  • regeneration
  • maritime industries
  • waterfront heritage
  • museums
  • Titanic