kulturarvforvalting

Kulturarvforvaltning is a Norwegian term that translates to heritage management or cultural heritage management. It encompasses the practices and principles involved in safeguarding, preserving, and managing tangible and intangible cultural heritage. This includes historical sites, archaeological remains, buildings, artifacts, as well as traditions, languages, and knowledge systems.

The field of kulturarvforvaltning is concerned with identifying, documenting, assessing, and protecting cultural heritage from various threats such as decay, destruction, neglect, and inappropriate development. It involves a multidisciplinary approach, drawing on expertise from archaeology, history, architecture, conservation, anthropology, and law.

Key activities within kulturarvforvaltning include conducting surveys and inventories of heritage resources, implementing conservation and restoration measures, developing management plans for heritage sites, and facilitating public access and interpretation. It also addresses the ethical considerations surrounding the use and presentation of cultural heritage, aiming to ensure its long-term survival and its relevance to contemporary society.

Government agencies, local authorities, museums, private organizations, and local communities all play roles in kulturarvforvaltning. The overarching goal is to ensure that cultural heritage is passed on to future generations, contributing to identity, understanding, and sustainable development.