Twelfth International Conference on The Inclusive Museum

Abstract

We consider the results of surveys conducted in two regions (Chigasaki city ecomuseum in Kanagawa prefecture and Achi village in Nagano prefecture) in Japan on residents who participate in ecomuseum activities and those who do not. These two areas have each small local museums and ecomuseums activities by local peoples. Those who participate in ecomuseum activities have strong place attachment to the region and community and positive images of the daily living. In addition, there is a strong desire to convey regional values to the next generation, which is known as a “generativity” , and also have strong social capital in the community. It is not clear whether these activities are the result of ecomuseum or whether people with these tendencies are leading actively participation in ecomuseum. However, it can be pointed out that the relationship between the two is strong, that is, the activities of the ecomuseum are effective for maintaining the sustainability of the region, which wants to connect the value and heritage of the region to the next generation.