MOSUL HERITAGE
Preserving the Disappearing Cultural Heritage of Post-War Mosul
MOSUL HERITAGE
Preserving the Disappearing Cultural Heritage of Post-War Mosul
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PROJECT OVERVIEW
In the aftermath of the severe destruction of Mosul’s heritage assets and displacement of its
communities, Mosul’s long-lived tangible and intangible heritage is at risk of disappearing. This research project aims to contribute towards reviving and preserving this heritage.
PROJECT STRANDS
DIGITAL RECORDING AND DOCUMENTATION OF OLD MOSUL
DIGITAL RECORDING AND DOCUMENTATION OF OLD MOSUL
DIGITAL RECORDING AND DOCUMENTATION OF OLD MOSUL
To initiate an analysis of the socio-cultural history and influence of heritage sites, considering their influences on the local ecosystem of cultural heritage.
RECORDING LOCAL MEMORIES AND COMMUNITY LIFE
DIGITAL RECORDING AND DOCUMENTATION OF OLD MOSUL
DIGITAL RECORDING AND DOCUMENTATION OF OLD MOSUL
This research documents Old Mosul intangible heritage perspectives such as arts, festivals, food, and costume.
WORKSHOP AND EVENTS
DIGITAL RECORDING AND DOCUMENTATION OF OLD MOSUL
WORKSHOP AND EVENTS
This research depends on collaborative work with local residents and policy-makers. The project involves training workshop and social events.
VISIT MOSUL
Digital documentation of historic buildings and fabric
A part of this project is to digitally document some of Old Mosul's historic structures representing notable case studies of the city's tangible heritage. Researching historic records, pictures and archives, whilst compiling 3D virtual surveys of the buildings and spaces, we will develop a digital archive and database of the Old city's heritage.
An image showing Khan Haj Qasim Agha in Suq Bab Al-Saray in Old Mosul
