Co-Curating the City

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This book explores the role of universities in shaping heritage discourses within urban development and regeneration, focusing on six case studies: University of Gothenburg, UCL East, University of Lund, Roma Tre University, American University of Beirut, and Federal University of São Paulo. It aims to expand critical heritage studies in urban contexts by examining how institutional actors construct urban heritage narratives and how these narratives influence planning decisions and urban regeneration mechanisms. The authors argue that universities act as producers of urban knowledge, heritage practices, and developers involved in campus projects that leverage heritage discourses to gain support from planners and the public while utilizing heritage assets as resources. The book emphasizes participatory processes through which universities position themselves as key players in developing urban heritage narratives. The case studies reveal how universities, as diverse communities, engage with local populations and neighborhoods, contributing to the re-shaping of urban heritage ideas and experiences. The authors bridge disciplinary and cultural divides, fostering connections between academia and practice. Praise for the book highlights its value for academics and practitioners interested in critically reflecting on the multifaceted role of universities in generating transformative knowledge and promoting participatory heritage an