Assessing Industrial Heritage Through Collaborative Counter-Mapping: A Case Study of Salts Mill, UK

A groundbreaking approach to industrial heritage revitalization through arts-led regeneration has been demonstrated at Salts Mill, UK. This study reveals that integrating community perspectives and intangible cultural elements into the conservation process can significantly enhance long-term sustainability and foster resilient local development. Unlike traditional preservation methods, which focus solely on physical structures, this research employs collaborative counter-mapping to capture embodied experiences, local essence, and everyday life interactions facilitated by arts-led initiatives. The findings underscore the importance of prioritizing community engagement over mere building or collection conservation in post-industrial settings, offering a pioneering framework for future heritage management strategies.

Jin, W., & Jin, J. (2024). Assessing Industrial Heritage Through Collaborative Counter-Mapping: A Case Study of Salts Mill, UK. Urban Planning, 9. https://doi.org/10.17645/up.7976