An Historically-informed Performance at a Viking Burial Site

What is it about?

Following a brief outline of the Viking burial site and performance choices, this paper draws upon fieldwork and interviews conducted with the participants following the re-enactments of a Viking funeral. It particularly comments upon the dramatic performance of heritage as a method through which the past is taught and remembered.

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Why is it important?

This article contributes to new research about historically informed performances at heritage sites as an educational tool.