Public Discussion The King’s Map
The King’s Map: François Le Vaillant in Southern Africa 1781–1784 Discovery, Mapping, Innovation, Exploration and Influence: François Le Vaillant in southern Africa
time: 18h00–19h30
venue: TH Barry Lecture Theatre, Iziko South African Museum
fee: Free
This public discussion is a critical analysis of Le Vaillant’s contributions to France, South African writings, and of his role in the preservation of heritage. Chair: Dr Patricia Davison (Former Executive Director Core Functions, Iziko)
Speakers:
- Prof. Ian Glenn (Head of UCT Media Studies Department and curator of the The King’s Map exhibition)
- Dr Sven Ouzman (Curator of Archaeology, Iziko)
- Denise Hamerton (Curator of Terrestrial Vertebrates, Iziko)
- Dr Gerald Klinghardt (Curator of Anthropology, Iziko)
Wandile Kasibe (Public Programmes Coordinator)
Tel: +27 (0)21 481 3804/13
Fax: +27 (0)21 481 3991
Email: wkasibe@iziko.org.za or publicprogs@iziko.org.za
