{"title":"Laura Raicovich","description":"\u003cp\u003eLaura Raicovich is a distinguished voice in the realms of art, culture, and social justice, adeptly exploring the intersection between public spaces and their societal impacts. Her thought-provoking works invite readers to consider how cultural institutions can engage more meaningfully with their communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her notable works is \u003cem\u003eCulture Strike\u003c\/em\u003e, a compelling examination of the role of museums and cultural spaces in contemporary society, and the potential they hold for fostering active civic engagement and dialogue. Through her insightful writing, Raicovich challenges traditional norms, prompting readers to imagine new pathways for inclusive and equitable cultural experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for those interested in Education \u0026amp; Reference, Laura Raicovich's books serve as essential guides for understanding the dynamic relationship between art, activism, and community. Her eloquent narratives are not just educational, but also inspire reflection and action, making her works an invaluable addition to any thoughtful reader's collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"culture-strike-by-laura-raicovich-9781839767838","title":"Culture Strike","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn an age of protest, culture and museums have come under fire. Protests of museum funding—such as the Metropolitan Museum accepting Sackler family money—and boards, for example, the Whitney appointing tear gas manufacturer Warren Kanders, have roiled cultural institutions across the world, from the Guggenheim Abu Dhabi to the Akron Art Museum. At the same time, there have never been more calls for museums to work for social change, leading to demands for a new role for culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs director of the Queens Museum, Laura Raicovich helped transform that New York municipal institution into a public commons for art and activism, organising high-powered exhibitions that were also political protests. Then, in January 2018, she resigned after a dispute with the Queens Museum board and city officials became a public controversy—she had objected to the Israeli government using the museum for an event featuring Vice President Mike Pence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eCulture Strike\u003c\/em\u003e, Raicovich explains some of the key museum flashpoints, providing historical context for the current controversies. She shows how art museums arose as colonial institutions bearing an ideology of neutrality, which masks their role in upholding capitalist values. Additionally, she suggests ways in which museums can be reinvented to better serve public ends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46832732209388,"sku":"9781839767838","price":22.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/577413482843.jpg?v=1758405022"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/laura-raicovich.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}