1.4. Re-heritagisation

We cannot, it is not easy to demolish these important buildings and then we are going to construct a new set of image because it is to play with the peoples emotions peoples belonging.

This chunk introduces the concept of re-heritagisation by discussing the emotional significance of historic buildings. Demolishing these structures is not merely a physical action; it deeply impacts the community's sense of belonging and identity. The effort to build something new isn't just about construction but about respecting and understanding the emotional ties people have to their environment.

Consider a family home that has been passed down through generations. If the city decides to tear it down for new development, the family may feel a profound loss, as that house represents their history, memories, and identity. Similar feelings arise when important community buildings are threatened.

You have these 3 are the major stakeholders of the Kiruna one is the railway the other one is the LKAB state-owned mining company and the other one is the Kiruna Kommun to serve the people.

In Kiruna, three main stakeholders—railway interests, the state-owned mining company LKAB, and the municipal administration (Kiruna Kommun)—play crucial roles in the heritage conservation process. Each stakeholder has specific interests and responsibilities, which can sometimes conflict with each other. Understanding these dynamics is essential to comprehend the challenges in managing heritage during urban relocation.

Imagine a school where three organizations each want to use the playground: the school wants it for recess, a local sports team wants it for practice, and the city wants to develop it into a park. Each group's interests must be negotiated to find a solution that considers everyone's needs, much like how Kiruna navigates stakeholder relationships.

A lot of documents a lot of heritage board there is a lot of documents coming in Kiruna councils country administrative board, and LKAB and a lot of consultants which are developing all the reports.

This chunk discusses the extensive documentation and numerous reports generated by various stakeholders in Kiruna. These documents are crucial for understanding the heritage context and ensure that all voices and viewpoints are considered in the conservation process. They represent a complex interplay of regulations, guidelines, and heritage value assessments.

Think of a group project in school where everyone contributes different pieces of information. Each member's research needs to be compiled into a final report. Just like in the project, where each contribution is vital, the documents produced by multiple agencies help shape the heritage conversation in Kiruna.

In 1984...the heritagisation have actually referred to various aspects; one is the addition of new heritage...the relocation aspect which has been planned out for these heritage buildings.

The heritagisation process began formally in 1984 with the establishment of a conservation plan. This involved recognizing new dimensions of heritage, particularly concerning buildings that were to be relocated due to the town's changes. The process emphasizes the importance of including previously unrecognized buildings as part of the historical narrative.

Imagine a library that is moving to a new location. In this process, the library may choose to add new sections that highlight forgotten elements of the community's past. Similarly, Kiruna identified buildings that had historical significance which were previously overlooked in the conservation efforts.

There have been a lot of the controversial aspects of how this particular culture has going to be taken into account in the move process.

This chunk highlights the controversies surrounding the heritagisation process. Different stakeholders may have conflicting ideas about which aspects of culture and history should be preserved during the move. This can lead to debates over what constitutes important heritage and how to interpret the town's past.

Consider a town trying to decide which historic buildings to preserve. Some citizens may want to save the old theater, while others might argue for the importance of the city hall. This disagreement mirrors the tensions present in Kiruna, where various interpretations of heritage are at play.

Re-heritagisation that is where Jennie calls it as re-heritagisation.

Re-heritagisation refers to the process of reassessing and recognizing the importance of certain heritage elements in light of new circumstances. In Kiruna, as buildings are relocated, there is a reevaluation of their significance and a concerted effort to ensure they are honored in the community’s new context.

Think about updating a family tree as more relatives are discovered. As you locate new information about ancestors, their importance in your family history may be redefined. Kiruna’s re-heritagisation similarly updates the understanding of cultural heritage as the landscape changes.

The de-heritagisation process have started and that is where they come up with about 12 Black horn buildings...

The de-heritagisation process involves deciding which buildings will no longer be considered significant enough to warrant preservation. In Kiruna, this process involved identifying certain structures, such as the 12 Black Horn buildings, deemed less essential for conservation.

Imagine a museum that decides to rotate out certain exhibits to make room for new ones. While it may be hard for some to see beloved exhibits removed, it allows for new highlights and perspectives. Similarly, Kiruna must make tough choices about what to preserve and what can be let go.

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