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Building Cultural Infrastructure for the Future (Invite only)

Tuesday, February 12, 2019
Building Cultural Infrastructure for the Future (Invite only)
2019 MENA Summit
2019 MENA Summit

Building Cultural Infrastructure for the Future (Invite only)

Tuesday, February 12, 2019
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
St. Regis Saadiyat Island - Ballroom A2 (Hollow Circle 40/Perimeter 90)

Creative industry leaders will explore the conditions and infrastructure that support the development and delivery of cultural production, including art, fashion, film, and more. Infrastructure—understood as the backbone or foundation on which one can build—may look different in various cultures and geographical areas. As the world changes at an accelerating speed, it is important to develop sustainable opportunities, such as events, mentorships, and cross-cultural exchanges, that will foster the special processes creative practitioners around the world engage with on a daily basis. However, cultural infrastructure also affects how societies connect with culture. Will buildings and technology continue to be the essential elements in delivering art, fashion, and other cultural experiences?