Heritage is alive and involves constant processes of preservation and reproduction. How can museums that have always been considered as 'keepers' of heritage stimulate production of heritage to continue being relevant? This interactive workshop will be a forum of expression about intangible heritage in relation to issues of authenticity, integrity and creativity with discussions and debates by participants about the following issues:

What is intangible heritage in Africa?
Is there a dividing line between tangible and intangible? Is tangible the opposite of intangible?

Creativity
The museum as a space for preservation and documentation and as an engine and platform for creative expression with respect to authenticity. In many places in Africa, the museum has become the arena for the re-enactment of past traditions and as such contributes to the evolution and reproduction of heritage. How do museums retain their integrity while performing such functions? Is there a conflict and a possibility of museums losing their authenticity?

Cultural diversity
How can museums promote and harness our diversity without sacrificing unity?

Identity
How do museums address the issues of who we are? How do museums represent and communicate with all communities, including those marginalized/disadvantaged or oppressed?

Accessibility/dissemination
How can museums and other heritage bodies ensure access to, knowledge, and understanding of intangible heritage?