The Venice Charter: A Bibliography

The Venice Charter, adopted in 1964 by ICOMOS, has been a cornerstone in guiding the conservation of historic monuments and sites. This bibliography, compiled by Lozupone and Frank, highlights key critiques and adaptations of the charter over four decades, revealing its evolving relevance and limitations. It identifies recurring themes such as the need for a 'parallel text' to address shortcomings, the critique of 'heritage dogma' reinforcing outdated principles, and the reinterpretation of tangible and intangible heritage definitions. The summary also explores the charter's application in diverse cultural contexts, including modern architecture and U.S. preservation policies, while noting persistent discussions on its modernization despite no formal amendments. The research approach involves synthesizing commentaries from international symposia, scholarly articles, and policy comparisons to assess the charter's impact and adaptability.

Lozupone, A., & Frank, F. (2014). The Venice Charter: A Bibliography. Change over Time, 4(2), 477–485. https://doi.org/10.1353/cot.2014.0023