CFP: ICOM International Conference - Museums in Times of Uncertainty
CFP: ICOM International Conference - Museums in Times of Uncertainty
ICOM International Conference
Museums in Times of Uncertainty: Protection, Responsibility, and Resilience of Cultural Heritage
(May 27–28, 2026, Trenčín, European Capital of Culture 2026)
ICOM Slowakia in cooperation with ICOM Austria, ICOM Czech Republic, ICOM Hungary, ICOM Poland
We are pleased to invite you to participate in the upcoming international professional conference organized by the Slovak Committee of ICOM which will take place on May 27–28, 2026, in Trenčín, in cooperation with the Trenčín Museum and the Creative Institute Trenčín. The conference will focus on the role of museums during periods of social, political, environmental, and security uncertainties. It provides a platform for professional discussion on topics such as the protection of cultural heritage (including illegal trade), crisis management, ethics, institutional autonomy, as well as the daily practices of museums in the changing conditions of the Central European region.
We hereby invite you to submit a proposal for a paper and actively contribute to shaping the conference program.
Key information for submissions:
Presentation length: 20 minutes
Required elements: title and short abstract of the presentation
Submission deadline: February 15, 2026
Submission method: by email to kontakt@icom-slovakia.sk
More detailed information about the conference and organizational matters will be provided in the coming months. We believe that this conference will create a space for sharing experiences, professional reflection, and mutual support at a time when the role of museums in society is becoming increasingly complex and demanding. We look forward to your contributions and to meeting you in Trenčín!
Sincerely,
Slovak Committee of ICOM
Further information:
Trenčín - European Capital of Culture 2026
