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Synopsis
Part history, guide and souvenir - this book unravels the story of a remarkable museum and its curious collection. Insightful essays and lavish illustrations explore the history of the Museum and the meaning, relevance and value of economic botany. The Museum of Economic Botany at the Adelaide Botanic Garden, first opened in 1881, has had a continuos life dedicated to the collection and interpretation of 'useful' plants. It is significant because the whole entity has survived - building, interior decoration, showcases and collections. In 2009 a major refurbishment project was completed, restoring original features and adapting others to modern museum standards. New displays in old showcases combine original 1880's material with objects added to the collection over 130 years. Aboriginal displays, neglected in the original Museum were made possible through a collaboration with the South Australian Museum. Artist Fiona Hall was commissioned to create a site-specific artwork with a new twist on economic botany. Khai Liew created a unique contemporary space for temporary exhibitions. These new features enable the Museum to continue its historic educational role for future generations. With thirty-three contributors and stunning images, this book describes the fascinating process of this conservation and re-presentation of one of Adelaide's treasures.
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- PublisherBoard of the Botanic Gardens and State Herbarium
- Publication date2010
- ISBN 10 0977560899
- ISBN 13 9780977560899
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages186
- EditorPeter Emmett
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