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Exhibiting Nation : Multicultural Nationalism (and Its Limits) in Canada's Museums

Gordon-Walker, Caitlin author

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\"Canada's brand of nationalism celebrates diversity--so long as it doesn't challenge the unity, authority, or legitimacy of the state. Caitlin Gordon-Walker explores this tension between unity and diversity in three nationally recognized museums, institutions that must make judgments about what counts as \"too different\" in order to celebrate who we are as a people and nation through exhibits, programs, and design. Although the contradictions that lie at the heart of multicultural nationalism have the potential to constrain political engagement and dialogue, the sensory feasts on display in Canada's museums provide a space for citizens to both question and renegotiate the limits of their national vision.\"-- Provided by publisher.

• Publisher: UBC Press
• Subject: Royal British Columbia Museum Case studies. / Royal Alberta Museum Case studies. / Royal Ontario Museum Case studies. / Museum exhibits Social aspects Canada Case studies. / Museum exhibits Political aspects Canada Case studies. / Nationalism Canada Case studies. / Multiculturalism Canada Case studies.
• ISBN: 9780774831635, 0774831634

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Call Number	Copies	Material	Location
AM7.G558 2016	1	BOOK	AUTOSTORE