Conference paper
Collection of regional items as a promotor of cultural tourism
Ksenija Kesegi-Krstin
; Ugostiteljsko-turistička škola, Knjižnica
Abstract
The paper will present the activities carried out in the project named “In Ossik through words of Ivan Martin Divald”, whose primary goal was the revival of the printing craft as well as the collection of regional items by Ivan Martin Divald, the first secular printer in Osijek, the promotion of Osijek as a destination for cultural tourism, the set up of a memorial plaque on the building of the first secular printing house and to initiate “a descriptive name” of the streets in the example of Ivan Martin Divald, the first secular printer, 18th century. Because of demanding procedure of the changes of street names, the last goal was not achieved. Ivan Martin Divald is a historical figure whose legacy draws the attention to local residents, as well as travellers. The project is a result of participation in the program „Strengthening the competencies of vocational education for tourism“, organized by the Ministry of Tourism. Responding to the demands of the competition, various activities were carried out, which resulted in creation of educational materials, tourism products and placing the memorial plaque on the house where Divald’s printing house acted.
By exploring the distinguished individuals and cultural heritage of his/her town, the school librarian answers the following questions: How can libraries / librarians be the promoters of cultural and historical heritage and can tourism benefit from a product like the collection of regional items? The school library is an integral part of the educational process so school librarians’ job includes: educational work, professional library activities, cultural and public activity and professional development. In this case, the emphasis is laid on cultural and public activity, connecting with the local institutions and promoting the school.
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239621
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Publication date:
22.5.2019.
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