Design in local history: meaning and approaches

Abstract

The importance of designer’s activity in local history work is substantiated. Historical, cultural and practical aspects of design developments for local history are considered. The significance of design for spiritual sphere, tourist, educational and scientific activity, ecology, economy of the region is revealed. Examples of using different types and technologies of design for the purposes of local history are given. The process of creation of the guidebook “Tambov region estates”, intended both for tourists and for local residents interested in the issues of Russian estates culture, is presented.