The Time Machine Organisation played an active role in three major European events, engaging with partners, stakeholders and the wider cultural heritage community. From Poznań to Riga and Stubičke Toplice, last week emphasised the importance of collaboration, digital innovation and knowledge exchange in shaping the future of cultural heritage.
Strengthening the Cultural Heritage Cloud in Poznań
From 16 to 20 March, we participated in the second annual ECHOES event in Poznań, Poland. This event brought together project partners, sister initiatives and European Commission representatives to review progress and define the next steps for the European Collaborative Cloud for Cultural Heritage (ECCCH).
A notable highlight was the public stakeholder session held at the National Museum, where discussions centred on fostering a connected cultural heritage ecosystem, enhancing interoperability, and bolstering collaboration among institutions.
For us, the event provided an important platform to contribute to ongoing discussions around data spaces, digital infrastructures, and the integration of 3D and 4D technologies into the Cultural Heritage Cloud.
Connecting Creative Ecosystems in Riga
On 18 March, we also joined the EIT Culture & Creativity Regional Hub North Open Day in Riga, Latvia. The Open Day brought together entrepreneurs, researchers, policymakers, and creatives from across Northern and Baltic Europe.
The event focused on strengthening regional innovation ecosystems and exploring how cultural and creative sectors can contribute to a more sustainable and competitive European economy. Participants had the opportunity to learn about upcoming initiatives, funding opportunities, and collaboration formats within the EIT Culture & Creativity framework.
Our attendance at the event reinforced its commitment to bridging the gap between cultural heritage and the creative industries, fostering new partnerships and exploring synergies between data, technology, and creative practice.
Exploring Archives and Storytelling in Croatia
At the same time, we were represented at the ICARUS Croatia Days 2026 event, which took place from 18–20 March and focused on ‘Discovering Archives: From Research to Storytelling”.
This conference brought together experts from across Croatia and Europe to discuss the digitisation and preservation of archival materials, as well as their innovative use, with a particular focus on storytelling, community engagement, and digital tools.
Key discussions explored how archives can evolve beyond traditional formats to actively contribute to digital cultural ecosystems, supporting research, education, and creative industries.
A Shared Vision for Europe’s Digital Heritage
Across all three events, a common theme emerged: the need to connect communities, technologies, and data to unlock the full potential of Europe’s cultural heritage.
Whether through developing the Cultural Heritage Cloud, strengthening creative ecosystems, or transforming archives with digital tools, we continue to play an active role in shaping a collaborative, innovative, and interoperable heritage landscape.
Looking Ahead
These engagements once again emphasised the importance of cross-sector collaboration, uniting cultural heritage professionals, researchers, policymakers, and innovators.
As Europe continues to invest in digital transformation, these initiatives will be crucial in ensuring that cultural heritage is preserved, made accessible and reusable, and remains meaningful for future generations.