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Participatory Interpretation of the Built Heritage: Experiences and Perspectives Discussed in Naples

On 30 June 2026, the Donnaregina Complex in Naples hosted the seminar Towards a Participatory Interpretation of the Built Heritage: Experiences in Dialogue, promoted by the School of Specialisation in Architectural and Landscape Heritage of the University of Naples Federico II, in collaboration with CNR-IRISS and the Department of Architecture of the University of Naples Federico II. The meeting brought together researchers, heritage professionals and public institutions to discuss how participatory approaches can complement specialist expertise in the conservation, interpretation and management of built heritage, helping to develop more inclusive and sustainable forms of heritage care.

III Transnational Meeting EMPATHS at Baia Castle (Bacoli, NA): Two Days of International Cooperation, Training and Culture

On 22 and 23 April 2026, Baia Castle, home to the Archaeological Museum of Campi Flegrei, hosted two days of activities within EMPATHS – EMpowering Landscapes with Participatory Approaches To Heritage Interpretation Skills, the European Erasmus+ project dedicated to participatory approaches to Heritage Interpretation. The programme combined the third transnational project meeting with a public event presenting the EMPATHS training programme and its forthcoming activities. Researchers, heritage professionals and institutional representatives discussed how participatory interpretation can strengthen the relationship between cultural heritage, professionals and local communities.