Who writes history & why museums still matter | Museum Planner & Futurist Dr. George Jacob explains

Museums are erected as monuments to history. But in an age of rapid scientific development and futuristic innovation, how relevant are the relics of the past?

Dr. George Jacob, a museum planner, designer, author, and futurist, sheds light on why these monuments to human history withstand obsolescence. Involved in over 100 museum projects across the world, his work specialises in making historical and cultural artefacts accessible and engaging to a generation that expects instant information with little effort.

In this interview with On Manorama, Dr. George explains why museums still matter, what is behind India’s complicated relationship with museums, and answers the loaded question–who writes history?