3D Scanning and Cultural Heritage Preservation, Access and Revitalization — Panel Recording
Channel: Creative Commons
Date: 2023-02-17

On 7 February 2023, Creative Commons hosted a panel discussion on 3D scanning, preservation, access and revitalization of cultural heritage.

With experts, we explored the many considerations around 3D scanning as it related to cultural heritage preservation, revitalization, access and better sharing, as well as the impact on the public domain. Panelists addressed:
- the importance of open access to scans of cultural artifacts
- the legal issues that can challenge access to 3D scans
- policy implications of open licensing 3D scans
- cultural and equity considerations around the origins of objects scanned
- how museums, artists and organizations put 3D scanning and sharing into practice

CC’s Director of Learning and Training, Jennryn Wetzler, moderated an expert panel with:
- Michael Weinberg, Executive Director, Engelberg Center on Innovation Law and Policy, NYU School of Law
- Jonas Heide Smith, Head of Digital at SMK, The National Gallery of Denmark
- Cosmo Wenman, Open Access Advocate and 3D Design and Fabrication Consultant
- Teresa Nobre, Legal Director, COMMUNIA
- Thomas Flynn, Cultural Heritage Lead, Sketchfab