Rémi Mathis
Historian and curator specializing in history
Born
November 20th, 1982
42 years ago
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
France
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A historian and curator, this individual focuses primarily on historical interpretation and education. Significant contributions were made to various exhibitions and historical research projects, emphasizing the importance of public history. This individual has played a key role in promoting historical knowledge and engaging the public through curation and academic pursuits. Various partnerships with institutions have been established to enhance historical scholarship and accessibility.
Curated exhibitions on French history
Published works in public history
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