Publication Date
2011
Document Type
Thesis
Committee Members
Ava Chamberlain (Advisor), Dawne Dewey (Committee Member), Karla Huebner (Committee Member), Donovan Miyasaki (Committee Chair)
Degree Name
Master of Humanities (MHum)
Abstract
The topic of restitution, returning cultural objects to a museum in a country of origin, has produced a complicated debate. The factors concerning restitution are political, ethical, and emotionally charged. Leading this controversy is Dr. Zahi Hawass. He is concerned with both the return of artifacts and the protection of artifacts in Egypt. Hawass has developed a 'wish list' for the return of Egyptian artifacts from market nations. The museums currently housing the items feel they serve the purpose of allowing a global audience to view these artifacts. Hawass has made tremendous strides in retrieving other antiquities and making discoveries in Egypt. This study will show how Hawass' actions will have a profound impact on cultural objects, the museum community, and how future debates over cultural heritage will be handled.
Page Count
107
Department or Program
Humanities
Year Degree Awarded
2011
Copyright
Copyright 2011, all rights reserved. This open access ETD is published by Wright State University and OhioLINK.
