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Interpretation is a communication process, designed to reveal meanings & relationships of our cultural & natural heritage, through involvement with objects, artefacts, landscapes & sites |
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What is Heritage Interpretation & Interpretive Communication?
The following is a brief overview of the philosophy & principles of heritage interpretation and interpretive communication
What is the Definition of Heritage Interpretation and Interpretive Communication?
Just what is heritage interpretation and interpretive communication? There are a number of popular definitions describing heritage interpretation and interpretive communication; however we feel that the best definition of heritage interpretation and interpretive communication is the one developed by Interpretation Canada. That definition has been picked-up over the past 30 years by many organisations, and is still the one most often taught in colleges and university around the world.
This definition is:
"Heritage interpretation is a communication process, designed to reveal meanings & relationships of our cultural & natural heritage, through involvement with objects, artifacts, landscapes & sites."
Heritage interpretation and interpretive communication is not simply a way of presenting information. It is a specific communication strategy that is used to translate raw information, from the technical language of the expert, to the everyday language of the audience.
At HDC we passionately believe that heritage interpretation and the principles of interpretive communication are much, much more than the provision of a few interpretive panels around a heritage site or destination. Heritage interpretation and interpretive communication is an all encompassing, and all embracing process that reaches deep inside people at a very personal and meaningful level.
The heritage interpretation interpretive communication process begins long before the visitor arrives on site, and ends long after they have left.
Good heritage interpretation leaves a positive, long lasting an impression that changes people forever.
Interpretive communication is a philosophy, a teaching tool, an engagement strategy and a management tool.....but most of all, is an attitude!
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