National Reconciliation as a Pre-requisite for National Heritage Conservation: The House of Wonders and Zanzibar Stone Town

National reconciliation is essential for effective heritage conservation, as demonstrated by the case of Zanzibar's House of Wonders and Stone Town. The study reveals that the building's degradation—marked by partial collapses in 2012 and 2020—mirrors broader social and political challenges in Zanzibari society, including post-revolutionary neglect and unresolved historical tensions. The research highlights how heritage conservation efforts must address not only structural restoration but also societal reconciliation to ensure sustainable recovery. By analyzing the House of Wonders' history as a symbol of precolonial modernization and colonial rule, the study underscores the need for inclusive approaches that reconcile Zanzibar's diverse cultural and political narratives.

Sheriff, A. (2025). National Reconciliation as a Pre-requisite for National Heritage Conservation: The House of Wonders and Zanzibar Stone Town. Heritage Reconstruction and People: Integrated Recovery after Trauma, 257–272. https://doi.org/10.56500/c-r2133