Connecting to Collections - Why make an atlas?

Join Dr Chris McDowall at this ‘Connecting to collections’ talk for a thoughtful discussion about the creation and interpretation of maps. Chris will explore the fundamental question of ‘Why make an atlas?’ and reflect on the enduring significance of these geographical compilations.
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Contents of video
0:00:00 Mihi and acknowledgments
0:02:10 Introduction
0:04:21 Tribute to Igor Drecki
0:13:40 History of atlases in New Zealand
0:21:38 Mapping population density
0:26:31 Pre-European Māori population
0:29:10 Atlas as inventory
0:34:48 Mapping earthquakes
0:38:01 New Zealand historical atlas: visualising New Zealand
0:45:48 Contemporary Atlas of New Zealand
0:49:49 Microgeographies and the richness of lived experiences
0:53:35 Hospital restructuring
0:55:25 Conclusion - why make an atlas?
0:57:14 Thank you