Vol. 2010 No. 1 (2010)

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Decolonizing African Art History in Kenya: New Methodologies and Perspectives

Kibet Kigen, Technical University of Kenya Muriuki Macharia, Egerton University Ngugi Ngumbi, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) Omondi Onyango, Technical University of Kenya
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18909754
Published: February 13, 2010

Abstract

The field of African architectural history in Kenya has traditionally been dominated by Eurocentric perspectives that have marginalized indigenous narratives and methodologies. The proposed methodology involves engaging with underrepresented communities through oral histories, traditional knowledge systems, and contemporary artistic practices as primary sources of data. By integrating these new methodologies and perspectives, African art history can be more accurately represented and understood, leading to a richer and more comprehensive understanding of the region’s cultural heritage. It is recommended that scholars adopt a collaborative research model with local communities, ensure equitable representation in academic publications, and critically evaluate existing historiographies for bias.

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Kibet Kigen, Muriuki Macharia, Ngugi Ngumbi, Omondi Onyango (2010). Decolonizing African Art History in Kenya: New Methodologies and Perspectives. African Architectural History Review (Humanities focus), Vol. 2010 No. 1 (2010). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18909754

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DecolonizationPostcolonialismDecenteringEthnohistoryOral traditionArchiveCartography

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