Presenza: A New Look at Italian-Canadian Heritage (review)
2004; University of Toronto Press; Volume: 85; Issue: 1 Linguagem: Inglês
10.1353/can.2004.0047
ISSN1710-1093
Autores Tópico(s)Italian Fascism and Post-war Society
ResumoThe Canadian Museum of Civilization has recently put together a colourful and informative exhibition that highlights and celebrates the everyday lives of one of Canada's most important immigrant groups. 'Presenza: A New Look at Italian-Canadian Heritage' pays long-awaited homage to the contributions Italian Canadians have made to Canadian culture and society. The exhibition boasts 300 artifacts that range from such historical gems as a 1947 Fiat Topolino to an impressive array of kitchenware, artisanal objects, and musical instruments. Curators Mauro Peressini and Constance Nebel have juxtaposed traditional museum displays with multimedia and interactive installations that are intended to enrich the overall experience of visitors to the show. While the use of the Italian language is ubiquitous, efforts have been made to make this foreign language and culture accessible to all Canadians. Information cards appear in both official languages and video clips sometimes feature Italian Canadians speaking in French or provide interpretive services in the form of subtitles or voiceovers.
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