As museums and heritage attractions prepare to relaunch in a world without tourists, many will need to find ways to engage a local market that has lapsed. Dan Anderson describes a dynamic model of the resident market which points to the importance of regular product renewal.
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The role that green spaces play in healthy city living has been increasingly recognised of late, particularly with half of the world in lock-down. But less attention has been focused on the benefits of water within urban environments. Fourth Street consultant Tom Agar explores how man’s relationship to water in cities has changed over time, and discusses how COVID-19 may bring us closer than ever to its edge.
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Jim Roberts watched Swindon Borough Council’s locked down Cabinet come to an important decision on two of the city’s most important heritage assets. This is his reaction.
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Behind all the virtual tours, tweets and stay-at-home support for home schooling families, museums are facing an existential crisis, as their doors stay closed and they lose their physical connection to audiences. Fourth Street associate, Tim Ambrose, a leading expert in museum management, reflects on an international webinar on how to help museums through the lockdown and beyond.
Jim Roberts reacts to the recent controversy over the use of public parks during the Covid-19 crisis.
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Community activities such as choirs, yoga and dance classes, and other local providers help to strengthen the fabric of neighbourhood culture. How can the idea of ‘shop local’ increase sustainability for community activity providers as they move online during the shutdown?